How To Bake Potatoes In A Toaster Oven: 7 Baked Potato Recipes

Content Summary

Baking a potato in a toaster oven is not only energy-efficient, but it's also convenient, for its perfect size to bake a small batch of potatoes.

In this blog post, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide that covers the step-by-step instructions, along with different kinds of potatoes to use, as well as 7 tasty recipes to inspire your next meal prep. Check out the details!

How To Bake Potatoes In A Toaster Oven

This classic baked potato recipe is perfect for those who want to keep things simple. To bake potatoes in the toaster oven, you'll need:

A. Ingredients

6 to 8 russet potatoes (depending on the size of your toaster oven)
Salt and pepper
Oil (olive, canola, or vegetable), or butter
Your favorite seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, chili powder) - optional
Rosemary, or any other herbs you like

B. Equipment

Baking sheet (optional)
Fork
Toaster oven

C. Instructions

Preheat your toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub potatoes clean; do not peel them.
Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Poke the potatoes with a fork several times on each side to allow steam to escape while baking.
Rub them lightly with some oil or butter and sprinkle salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you desire over the top of each potato.
Place the potatoes directly onto the rack in your toaster oven or onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, depending on the size of your potatoes. The skin should be crispy and golden brown when done.
Remove the toaster oven baked potatoes from the toaster oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Let them cool slightly before serving with butter or sour cream to the center of each potato, and garnish with rosemary and other herbs you like. Enjoy!

Toaster Oven Baked Potato Recipes

Different Types Of Potatoes

Russet potatoes are the most commonly used variety for baking. They are known for their starchy and dry texture, fluffy and tender content with a nice crispy skin when baked.
Sweet potatoes, on the other hand, are high in beta-carotene and have a sweeter taste. These pair well with cinnamon, nutmeg, or brown sugar.
Yukon gold potatoes are buttery and creamy, making them perfect to make mashed potatoes.
Other kinds such as baby potatoes, red potatoes, purple potatoes have a thinner skin and dense flesh, are also delicious when baked.

Each variety has its texture and flavor, so you can experiment and find the perfect one for you. Depending on the type of potato, baking times will vary, so always make sure to take this into consideration when prepping your potatoes for baking.

Now let's explore some more delicious and healthy toaster oven recipes you can try out:

1. Baked Potato Wedges

Ingredients

4-6 large russet potatoes, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the potato wedges on the parchment paper in a single layer.
Drizzle with olive oil and seasonings, then toss to evenly coat the wedges.
Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Serve warm with your favorite baked potato toppings or sauces and enjoy!

2. Baked Potato Fries

Ingredients

4 large potatoes, sliced into strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your toaster oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the potato strips on the parchment paper in a single layer.
Drizzle with olive oil and seasonings, then toss to evenly coat the fries.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Serve warm as a side dish with avocado dip or your favorite condiments. Enjoy!

3. Baked Whole Potatoes

Ingredients

1 pound large potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your toaster oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the potatoes on the parchment paper in a single layer.
Drizzle with olive oil and seasonings, then toss to evenly coat the potatoes.
Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite toppings or sauces. Enjoy!

4. Mediterranean Stuffed Potatoes

Ingredients

4 large russet potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings: crumbled feta cheese, olives, chopped bacons, chopped tomatoes, diced carrot, parsley, and a drizzle of lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat your toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the potatoes on the parchment paper in a single layer.
Drizzle with olive oil and seasonings, then toss to evenly coat the potatoes.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Remove from the toaster oven and top with crumbled feta cheese, olives, chopped tomatoes, bacons, diced carrot, parsley, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Top with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish and enjoy!

5. Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potato

Ingredients

4 large Yukon gold potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings: grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and a splash of milk or cream.

Instructions

Preheat your toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Start by boiling a few Yukon gold potatoes for 20-25 minutes or until they're soft.
Drain and mash with a fork or potato masher.
Add a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and a splash of milk or cream.
Mix everything together until smooth and creamy.
Bake for about 10-15 minutes in the toaster oven until golden and bubbly.
Serve warm and enjoy!

6. Sour Cream & Bacon Stuffed Potatoes

Ingredients

4 large russet potatoes, cut into halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings: sour cream, crumbled bacon bits, chopped green onions, shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)

Instructions

Preheat the toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the potatoes on the parchment paper in a single layer.
Drizzle with olive oil and seasonings, then toss to evenly coat the potatoes.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Remove from the toaster oven.
Top with sour cream, crumbled bacon bits, chopped green onions, shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack).
Bake for another 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish and enjoy!

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Not getting enough? Here are more dishes you can make with a toaster oven to pair well with your baked potatoes:
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Tips & Tricks

Whenever possible, select potatoes that are roughly the same size to ensure even cooking. Always bake multiple potatoes.
When baking potatoes in a toaster oven, always use the bake or convection setting.
Some recipes call for a "countertop oven". Do realize this is the same as a toaster oven.
Always preheat your toaster oven before adding any ingredients for optimal results.
To make sure your potatoes don't stick to the baking sheet, brush it with oil or use a non-stick baking sheet.
If your potatoes are not as crunchy as you'd like, increase the bake time by 5 minutes at a time.
Experiment with different potato varieties and seasonings to find your perfect combination.