Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
Indulge in these creamy and cheesy Twice Baked Potatoes that are loaded with savory bacon, green onions, and cheddar cheese. A comforting side dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Filling:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake Potatoes: Rub potatoes with olive oil, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 45–60 minutes until fork-tender. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare Filling: Slice each potato in half lengthwise, scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Add butter, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in half of the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions.
- Refill Potatoes: Spoon the filling back into the potato shells, top with remaining cheese.
- Final Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can prepare these ahead of time and refrigerate before the second bake.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream or use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ potato
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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