Dairy-Free Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon

Enjoy the comforting flavors of a classic loaded baked potato with a dairy-free twist! This Dairy-Free Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon features perfectly roasted russet potatoes with crispy, golden skins, generously topped with gooey dairy-free cheese, smoky bacon crumbles, and fresh chives. Each spoonful is bursting with hearty flavor, making it a satisfying dish for those following dairy-free diets. The recipe is easy to prepare with only 10 minutes of prep time, while the oven does the rest of the work. Customize with optional dairy-free sour cream for extra creaminess, and don’t forget to check your bacon for a gluten-free option if needed! Ideal as a quick, crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or a show-stopping side dish, these loaded potatoes are proof that you can indulge without compromise. Perfect for fans of allergen-friendly comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 cup dairy-free cheese shreds (such as cheddar style)
• 6 bacon slices (make sure it’s gluten-free if necessary)
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup dairy-free sour cream (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the russet potatoes, then pat them dry with a towel.

Step 3

Poke each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.

Step 4

Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with a bit of sea salt, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 5

Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and a fork can easily pierce through the center.

Step 6

While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and cool, then crumble into small pieces.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are baked, use oven mitts to carefully remove them from the oven.

Step 8

Slice each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the potato flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch border to support the topping.

Step 9

Fill each potato with dairy-free cheese shreds, then place them back in the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and sprinkle crumbled bacon and chopped chives over each potato.

Step 11

Season with black pepper to taste.

Step 12

Serve immediately with a dollop of dairy-free sour cream on top, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1920.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2683.1

Total Fat 129.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 54mg	0%
Sodium 5255.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 58.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1883.7mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 6720.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.7%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 47.6%