Description
Twice Baked Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy comfort food that combines the fluffy interior of baked russet potatoes with a rich, flavorful filling made from sharp cheddar, butter, sour cream, and green onions. Baked twice to achieve a golden, melty top, these potatoes are perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, or anytime you crave a warm, satisfying side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup bacon bits (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Bake the Potatoes: Scrub the russet potatoes clean and pierce each several times with a fork to allow steam to escape. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 50-60 minutes, until skins are crisp and insides are soft when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare the Filling: Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice each potato in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the soft flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving a thin shell of potato intact. Mash the potato flesh with softened butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Fold in 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and bacon bits if using.
- Refill and Bake Again: Spoon the creamy potato mixture back into the potato skins, piling high. Arrange the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet, sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until the tops are bubbling and golden.
Notes
- Choose large russet potatoes for the best fluffy texture and sturdy skins.
- Leave a bit of potato shell to prevent the skins from collapsing.
- Use room temperature butter and sour cream for easier mixing and smoother filling.
- Add extra shredded cheese both in the filling and on top for a melty texture.
- Prepare the potatoes ahead and refrigerate before the second bake to save time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg