It’s the sweet spot for tender, fluffy insides and crisp skin.

To achieve those results, I always userussets(they yield the crispiest skins and the fluffiest interiors).

The Best Oven Temperature for Baked Potatoes

As for the baking temperature, 400oF is just right.

Closeup of split baked potatoes with butter in a white bowl

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Allow plenty of time in a hot oven, and your patience will be rewarded.

Closeup of split baked potatoes with butter in a white bowl

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