Bacon Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes
These Bacon Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes are a classic comfort food, perfect for any occasion. Fluffy baked potatoes are scooped out, mashed with cheese, bacon, and seasonings, then baked again until golden and delicious.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 0.25 cup Butter melted
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1.5 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.5 cup Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly and prick them all over with a fork.
- Bake the potatoes for 50-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then slice them in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the flesh of each potato into a large bowl, leaving a thin shell behind.
- Add the melted butter, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, salt, and pepper to the potato flesh. Mash everything together until well combined.
- Spoon the potato mixture back into the potato shells, mounding it slightly.
- Place the filled potato shells on a baking sheet. Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or bacon if desired.
Notes
For an extra crispy skin, you can lightly brush the potato shells with oil before baking the second time.