Air Fryer TWICE-BAKED POTATOES

Air Fryer Twice-Baked Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 large baking potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: bacon bits, additional cheese, chives

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potatoes:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
   • Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly.
   • Pierce each potato with a fork a few times.
   • Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
   • Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket.
2. Air Fry the Potatoes:
   • Cook the potatoes for about 40-50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and have a crispy skin.
   • Turn the potatoes halfway through the cooking time for even cooking.
3. Cut and Scoop:
   • Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes until they are safe to handle.
   • Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise.
   • Scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving a thin layer of potato on the skins.
4. Mix the Filling:
   • Mash the potato flesh in the bowl.
   • Add sour cream, softened butter, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper.
   • Mix until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
5. Refill the Potatoes:
   • Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into the potato skins, creating a nice mound on top.
6. Air Fry Again:
   • Place the stuffed potatoes back into the air fryer basket.
   • Air fry for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
7. Serve:
   • Remove from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.
   • Optionally, top with extra cheese, bacon bits, or chives before serving.
8. Enjoy:
   • Serve the twice-baked potatoes warm as a side dish or a delicious appetizer.

Notes:

• Variations: Feel free to customize the filling with ingredients like garlic, herbs, or different types of cheese.
• Bacon: If you haven’t added bacon bits to the filling, consider using crispy bacon as a topping for extra flavor.
• Make-Ahead: You can prepare the potatoes up to the second baking stage and refrigerate them. Air fry them just before serving.
• Crispiness: For extra crispy skins, brush the potato skins with a little more olive oil before the second air fry.

Enjoy your delicious air-fried twice-baked potatoes!