Easy Vegan Loaded Baked Potato Recipe

Name: Easy Vegan Loaded Baked Potato Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 4 Russet potatoes (, see note); 2 cloves garlic; Drizzle of your favorite roasting oil (, I like olive oil (see note for oil free)); ¼ teaspoon sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; Vegan sour cream; Dairy free cheese; Sliced green onions; Vegan butter; Vegan bacon

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Nothing can beat this vegan baked potato loaded with ingredients! My special trick gives a crisp outer layer with a buttery soft inside that is so fluffy it will melt in your mouth.

Perfect for families so everyone can add what they love. This helps reduce dinnertime stress and tantrums!

Blue bowl with two baked potatoes covered with toppings on a yellow checkered towel

This post was originally published on November 13, 2021.

Load these babies up with vegan sour cream, mushroom bacon (or coconut bacon if you prefer!) and drizzle it with vegan cheese sauce. The possibilities are endless and so dang good!

Ingredients

There's nothing like a classic loaded baked potato, I definitely had them in mind when creating my Creamy Vegan Potato Soup! Serve these potatoes for an easy lunch, or pair them with soup or a salad for a tasty dinner the whole family will actually eat.

In order to make the potato you will need the following ingredients:

Russet potatoes
Garlic
Olive oil
Sea salt
Ground black pepper

To make a classic loaded baked potato, make sure to have the following toppings on hand:

Vegan sour cream
Dairy free cheese
Sliced green onions
Vegan butter
Vegan bacon

Whole potatoes, with bowls of cheese, sour cream, green onions, garlic, salt and pepper on a wooden surface

How to Make a Vegan Baked Potato

This vegan loaded baked potato is so amazing, and amazingly easy to make! Here are the steps to take:

Poke holes in a cleaned and dried potato. Rub with garlic, oil, salt, and pepper then bake.
Cut open the potato and start loading with butter.
Stuff in the cheese.
Dollop on sour cream.
Garnish with bacon and green onions.
Dig in!

White plate with two whole potatoes, garlic, salt and pepper and a knife

Two potatoes that have been baked and cut open on the top sitting in a dark blue shallow bowl.

Vegan Baked Potato Toppings

If you'd like to switch things up from the classic loaded baked potato, try out these other vegan topping options:

Cheese sauce or alfredo sauce with broccoli.
BBQ Sauce with vegan pulled pork.
Pizza sauce with vegan meatballs and Parmesan or ricotta.
Nacho cheese sauce with jalapeños and lentil walnut taco meat.
Mushroom carnitas topped with tomatillo salsa and guacamole.
Tofu scramble with roasted veggies.
Vegan bean chili with all the good chili toppings.

What to Serve with Baked Potatoes

Baked potatoes make a great side dish to go along with soups and salads. Try pairing your loaded baked potato with any of these plant-based recipes:

Preparation Tips

Make sure to check out these helpful hints before making your vegan baked potatoes:

Russet potatoes give the fluffiest results, but you can use any potato variety you prefer. The cook time will need to be adjusted if there is a difference in size.
You can skip using the oil but the finished product will not be as rich and moist. If you're skipping the oil, try coating in broth as a substitute.
Place the potato directly on the oven rack, but make sure to put a baking sheet or tin foil underneath to catch any drippings.
Test for doneness by gently pushing a knife or fork into the potato, it should glide easily to the center once tender.

Prep Ahead and Storage Tips

Bake the potatoes ahead of time for quick dinners! Simply reheat and add the toppings.
Store baked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
The cooked potatoes can be frozen as well, but the longer they are frozen the more the taste and texture will deteriorate. Tightly seal the potatoes before freezing.
To reheat, allow the potatoes to come back to room temp and bake in a 350°F oven until warmed though. You can also quickly microwave them.

Common Questions

Can you eat baked potatoes on a vegan diet?

You certainly can! Potatoes are a great staple to have on hand when on a plant-based diet. They're filling, nutritious, and versatile!

What can you put on a baked potato instead of butter?

There are so many good options! There are vegan butters available, oils, sauces, dressing, etc! Load it up with different flavors each time. See above for more detailed information.

Should you wrap a potato foil when baking?

It is not necessary to wrap a potato in foil. In fact, if you want a crispy outer skin and fluffy interior you want to avoid wrapping it in foil.

More Vegan Potato Recipes

Get your fill on spuds with these delicious plant based recipes!