Campfire Baked Potatoes
A campfire classic made with Russet potatoes that are wrapped in foil and buried in coals. They come out with crispy skin and soft, fluffy interiors. Load them up with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Kosher salt
- Butter, sour cream, bacon bits, chives for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Build a campfire and let it burn until you have a bed of hot coals.
- Rub each potato with oil and poke a few holes in it with a fork. Sprinkle with salt.
- Wrap each potato individually with two layers of foil and bury them in the coals. Cook until the center is soft, turning occasionally, 45 to 60 minutes.
- Let cool for a few minutes before unwrapping. Top with butter, sour cream, bacon, chives, or any other favorite potato toppings.
Notes
- Potato size--Choose potatoes that are a similar size so that they're finished cooking at the same time.
- Avoid direct flame--Always cook the potatoes in hot coals, not direct flame to prevent burning.
- Use tongs--The potatoes get very hot during cooking. Use long handled tongs to remove them from the coals and let them sit for a few minutes before opening them.
- Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free diets. Without the toppings, it is also suitable for dairy-free and vegan diets.
Nutrition
Serving: 1potatoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 64.1gProtein: 7.9gFat: 7.2gSodium: 42mgFiber: 6.9gSugar: 3.2g
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