Description
Twice Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, transforming fluffy russet potatoes into a creamy and cheesy delight. Stuffed with a rich mixture of butter, sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon bits, these twice-baked wonders are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering. Each bite delivers an explosion of flavors topped with fresh chives, making them not just delicious but also visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick russet potatoes with a fork and bake directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then slice in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides, leaving a thin layer of potato in the skin.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the scooped potato flesh with butter, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, and bacon bits until creamy.
- Refill the potato skins with the mixture, topping each with remaining cheese and additional bacon if desired.
- Bake again for 15-20 minutes until heated through and golden brown.
- Garnish with chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (130g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg