Ultimate Loaded Baked Potato Soup: Creamy, Cheesy & Irresistible!


 

🍲 This isn’t just soup—it’s a full-loaded baked potato in a bowl! Crispy bacon, melted cheddar, green onions, and a velvety smooth potato base make this the ultimate comfort food. Save this recipe—you’ll crave it all winter long!


Why You’ll Obsess Over This Soup

✅ Tastes JUST like a loaded baked potato – But in cozy soup form!
✅ Creamy without heavy cream – Secret trick makes it rich yet balanced.
✅ Meal-prep superstar – Tastes even better the next day.
✅ Crowd-pleasing – Perfect for game day or weeknight dinners.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).


Ingredients

(Serves 6 hungry souls)

For the Soup Base:

  • 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled & diced (about 2 lbs)

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped (reserve some for topping)

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 4 cups (1L) chicken broth

  • 2 cups (480ml) whole milk

  • ½ cup (120ml) sour cream

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch for GF)

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Loaded Toppings:

  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup green onions, sliced

  • Extra bacon crumbles

  • Extra sour cream for swirling


Step-by-Step Instructions