Cheesy Air Fryer Twice-Baked Potatoes Recipe
These Cheesy Air Fryer Twice-Baked Potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that combines crispy air-fried potato skins with a creamy, cheesy filling. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, these twice-baked potatoes deliver a comforting and indulgent flavor with a crisp exterior and soft, cheesy interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 potato halves (4 potatoes) 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes
Filling
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and dry the russet potatoes thoroughly. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Air Fry Potatoes: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other. Air fry for 35-40 minutes until the skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces the potatoes.
- Prepare Filling: Carefully slice the potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out the insides into a bowl, leaving a thin layer of potato attached to the skin to maintain shape.
- Mix Filling: To the scooped-out potato, add softened butter, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Fill Potatoes: Spoon the cheesy mixture back into the potato skins, dividing evenly among all halves.
- Second Bake in Air Fryer: Return the filled potatoes to the air fryer basket. Air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes at 400°F (200°C) until the cheese melts and the tops turn golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from air fryer carefully and serve hot as a delicious side dish or snack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chopped green onions or crispy bacon bits to the filling.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with any cheese of your choice like mozzarella or pepper jack.
- To keep the skin crispy, avoid covering the potatoes while reheating.
- Cooking times might vary depending on the size of the potatoes and your air fryer model.
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