Simple Twice Baked Potatoes

Looking for a side dish that’s delicious, comforting, and easy to make? These simple twice baked potatoes are the answer. With fluffy potato filling, creamy cheese, and a perfectly golden topping, they feel like a special treat but come together with just a few basic ingredients. Whether you’re serving them at a holiday dinner, a family gathering, or a busy weeknight meal, this easy twice baked potato recipe is always a crowd-pleaser—and you can even prep them ahead of time to make life easier.

Twice baked potatoes

Ingredients
3 Russet Potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
1 teaspoon dried parsley

Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash and dry potatoes. Pierce each potato a few times all over with the tines of a fork.
2. Place the potatoes on the baking sheet and bake for an hour, or until fork-tender.
3. Cut each potato in half and use a spoon to scoop the flesh out of each half of the potato. Put the flesh into a large bowl and place the potato skins onto the parchment-lined sheet from before.
4. In the bowl, add salt, pepper, butter, sour cream, whole milk, and parmesan cheese. Mash with a potato masher until smooth.
5. Scoop the filling mixture into the potato skins. Top with the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon.
6. Reduce oven to 375 degrees and bake potatoes for 20 minutes.
7. Remove potatoes from oven and sprinkle with dried parsley. Enjoy!

Twice baked potatoes on a plate

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Essential Tools for Perfect Twice-Baked Potatoes

  • Potato Masher: Ideal for mashing the scooped potato flesh to a smooth consistency.
  • Large Mixing Bowl: Essential for combining the mashed potatoes with your chosen ingredients.
  • Sharp Knife & Cutting Board: For slicing the potatoes and chopping additional ingredients like bacon.
  • Parchment Paper: Helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup much easier!

These Simple Twice Baked Potatoes are the perfect combination of crispy potato skins and a flavorful, satisfying filling. Whether you’re preparing them for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, they’re sure to impress. Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients to make them your own. Enjoy!