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Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
65min Total Time
4 people Servings
Medium Difficulty
Budget Cost
420 kcal Calories

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Ingredients

4
  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 4 tbsp butter, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 4 slices beef bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

1

Scrub potatoes clean and pat dry thoroughly

2

Pierce potatoes several times with fork

3

Spray potatoes lightly with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt

4

Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes

5

Place potatoes in air fryer basket

6

Cook at 400°F for 40 minutes until tender when pierced

7

Remove potatoes carefully with oven mitts and let cool 5 minutes

8

Cut each potato in half lengthwise

9

Scoop out potato flesh leaving ¼-inch shell intact

10

In large bowl mash potato flesh with butter sour cream and milk until creamy

11

Stir in ¾ cup cheese crumbled bacon half the green onions garlic salt and pepper

12

Spoon mixture back into potato shells mounding slightly

13

Top with remaining ¼ cup cheese and paprika

14

Return stuffed potatoes to air fryer

15

Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes until cheese melts and tops are golden

16

Garnish with remaining green onions and serve hot

Troubleshooting

Potatoes not tender cook 10 more minutes
Filling too dry add more milk or sour cream
Shells breaking leave thicker walls when scooping
Cheese not melted increase final cooking time
Skins not crispy brush with butter before first baking
Filling bland add more seasoning and cheese

Recipe Variations

Broccoli cheddar add steamed broccoli
Loaded add extra bacon and cheese
Southwestern add black beans corn and salsa
Buffalo chicken buffalo sauce and chicken
Greek feta olives and sun-dried tomatoes
Veggie add sautéed mushrooms and peppers

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steak grilled chicken or as standalone meal with salad.

Nutrition Facts

420
Calories
16g
Protein
48g
Carbs
18g
Fat
4g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
580mg
Sodium
55mg
Cholesterol

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not piercing potatoes causes them to burst. Scooping too much shell makes them fragile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different potatoes?

Russet potatoes work best for fluffy texture but Yukon Gold also work.

How do I know when potatoes are done?

Pierce with fork. Should slide in easily when fully cooked.

Can I make these ahead?

Yes prepare through stuffing refrigerate then finish in air fryer when ready.

Can I make these vegetarian?

Yes simply omit bacon or use vegetarian bacon bits.

What if I don't have sour cream?

Greek yogurt works as healthier substitute with similar tang.

Reviews

Emily W.
Mar 19, 2026
These are better than any steakhouse twice baked potato! So creamy and loaded!",
"Marcus T.
Feb 26, 2026
I could eat these as a meal. Actually I did. No regrets!",
"Jessica K.
Mar 6, 2026
Really good! Just takes a while but totally worth the wait.",
"David L.
Mar 20, 2026
My wife said these are restaurant-quality. I'm keeping this recipe forever!",
"Amanda R.
Mar 6, 2026
The crispy skin with creamy filling is absolutely perfect!",
"Tyler B.
Mar 17, 2026
Delicious! I added extra bacon because I believe in living dangerously.",
"Rachel M.
Mar 16, 2026
I meal prep these on Sunday and eat them all week. Life changing!",
"Kevin H.
Feb 24, 2026
Way better than plain baked potatoes. Why did I wait so long to try this?",
"Nicole S.
Feb 25, 2026
Amazing! Pro tip: don't skip the paprika on top. Adds great flavor!",
"Brandon P.
Mar 4, 2026
These are so good I made them twice in one week. My family is spoiled now.",
"Christina L.
Feb 27, 2026
The air fryer makes the skins perfectly crispy. I'll never bake potatoes any other way!",
"Jason D.
Feb 27, 2026
Really tasty! Just make sure you leave enough shell or they fall apart.",
"Melissa F.
Mar 16, 2026
I've tried 5 different twice baked potato recipes. This is THE ONE!",
"Eric W.
Mar 8, 2026
Crispy creamy cheesy bacon-y. Everything a potato should be!",
"Samantha R.
Feb 25, 2026
Great recipe! I used Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Still delicious!"
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