Description
Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, blending creamy, cheesy goodness with a crispy exterior. These delectable potatoes are perfect for any occasion, whether as a side dish for a family dinner or an appetizer at gatherings. The air fryer significantly reduces cooking time, allowing you to enjoy perfectly baked potatoes in just about 30 minutes. Each bite is filled with rich flavors from sour cream, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon bits, making them an irresistible addition to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled or bacon bits)
- Chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Wash and dry the potatoes; brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Poke holes in each potato.
- Cook potatoes in the air fryer for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Mash scooped potato and mix with butter, seasonings, cheese, and sour cream until creamy.
- Stuff the mixture back into potato skins. Top with remaining cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Return stuffed potatoes to the air fryer for an additional 5–7 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 19 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 32 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 9 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg