Description
Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining the fluffy goodness of baked potatoes with a creamy, cheesy filling. This quick and easy recipe transforms russet potatoes into a flavor-packed side dish that’s perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to festive gatherings. With crispy bacon bits, melted cheese, and customizable toppings, these twice-baked delights promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy them hot and fresh from the air fryer, or prepare them ahead for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Wash and dry the potatoes, then brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Poke holes in each potato with a fork.
- Cook the potatoes in the air fryer for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then cut in half and scoop out most of the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Mash the scooped potato flesh and mix in butter, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, 1½ cups cheese, and sour cream until smooth.
- Stuff each potato skin with the mixture, top with remaining cheese and crumbled bacon, then return to the air fryer for an additional 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 37 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg