Loaded Baked Potato Soup: A Creamy Comfort Classic
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Inspired by the flavors of a fully loaded baked potato, this rich and creamy soup combines tender potatoes with savory bacon, melted cheese, and smooth cream. Each spoonful is warm, hearty, and satisfying—perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving something cozy and filling.
This recipe recreates the delicious taste of a loaded baked potato in soup form. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can prepare a restaurant-quality dish right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
To make a generous pot of loaded baked potato soup, you will need:
- 6 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 green onions, sliced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Extra shredded cheddar cheese
- Crumbled bacon
- Chopped chives or green onions
- Sour cream
Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes
Start by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into small cubes. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch. This helps keep the soup from becoming overly thick or gummy.
Set the potatoes aside while you prepare the base of the soup.
Step 2: Cook the Bacon
Place the bacon strips in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook until the bacon becomes crispy and golden brown. Remove the bacon and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces. Reserve a little for topping the soup later.
Leave about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the pot for extra flavor.
Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics
Add the chopped onion to the same pot with the bacon grease. Cook for about 4–5 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, allowing the aroma to develop without burning the garlic.
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