Description
Twice Baked Potatoes are a comforting staple that brings together crispy potato skins filled with a creamy, savory mixture. Perfect for any occasion, these loaded potatoes feature rich cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh chives, delivering a delightful flavor and texture that everyone will love. They are easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, making them the ultimate comfort food. Whether served as a main dish or a side at barbecues and gatherings, Twice Baked Potatoes are guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- ¼ cup chives, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and poke holes with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Let cool slightly, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl.
- Mix the potato insides with sour cream, milk, butter, cheddar cheese, bacon, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Refill the potato skins with the mixture and mound slightly on top.
- Place back on a baking sheet and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg