Baked Potato Sticks Recipe

Crispy, golden-brown baked potato sticks – the perfect easy side dish the whole family will love! This recipe is a crowd-pleaser, great for weeknight dinners or potlucks. Chef Tom's secret? Melted butter (or bacon grease for extra flavor!) creates incredibly tender potatoes with perfectly crunchy edges. A simple recipe with big flavor, these potato sticks are a healthier alternative to fried potatoes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 271.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Baked Potato Sticks

Recipe Actions

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Baked Potato Sticks

  • Baking Potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons butter (or bacon grease)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper

How to Make Baked Potato Sticks

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub 2 pounds of russet potatoes thoroughly and cut them into 1-inch thick sticks.
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter (or bacon grease) in a 9x12 inch ovenproof baking dish in the preheated oven.
  4. Add the potato sticks to the baking dish and toss gently to coat them evenly with the melted butter.
  5. Arrange the potato sticks cut-side down in a single layer. Sprinkle generously with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and golden brown.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

54g

Carbs

9g