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Crispy Air Fryer Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe with Cheese and Bacon

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy air fryer twice baked potatoes loaded with sharp cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and creamy filling, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Russet potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Wash and dry 4 medium russet potatoes. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
  3. Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, skin side down. Cook for 30-35 minutes until the skins are crisp and a fork pierces easily.
  4. Remove potatoes carefully and let cool for about 10 minutes until safe to handle but still warm.
  5. Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, gently scoop out the potato flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving a thin layer (about 1/4 inch) of potato attached to the skin to keep the shell sturdy.
  6. To the bowl with potato flesh, add softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded sharp cheddar, cooked crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir gently until combined and creamy.
  7. Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly.
  8. Lightly brush the top of each filled potato with melted butter for extra crispness.
  9. Return the stuffed potatoes to the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for an additional 8-10 minutes until the tops are golden and crispy.
  10. Let cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Garnish with extra green onions or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

If your air fryer basket is small, cook the potatoes in batches to ensure even crisping. Watch the second air fry carefully as cheese can brown quickly. The filling should be fluffy but firm enough to hold shape; if too wet, add more shredded cheese or a pinch of flour. For dairy-free, swap cheddar and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives. For vegetarian, omit bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions.

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