Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

Tender air fryer twice baked potatoes are whipped, stuffed, and cooked to crispy golden brown perfection. To top them off add bacon bits, cheese, and chives for a flavorful side dish everyone will love.

Why this recipe works

Air fryer twice baked potatoes don’t necessarily take less time than making them in the oven, however, we feel the air fryer really helps amp up the crisp factor of these potatoes.

From start to finish, we’re using the air fryer for this recipe. We’ve made twice baked potatoes by starting them off in the microwave, which are also delicious and save you some baking time! While we love both methods, making your twice baked potatoes in the air fryer is great for busy holidays where oven space is limited or during the dead of summer when heating up the home isn’t so appealing.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

POTATO – Russet potatoes are the best for twice baked potatoes. Their thick skin provides a solid base for stuffing and are among the most popular of baking potatoes. Yukon gold potatoes will also work, but they do have a thinner skin which will crisp nicely, but not hold the stuffing as well.

STUFFING – A whipped concoction of potato, butter, salt, pepper, and heavy whipping cream make up the insides. You can add further seasonings if you want like garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, or seasoned salt. It’s perfectly fine to swap out the heavy whipping cream with regular milk for a low-fat option.

TOPPING – There’s nothing like crispy bacon bits, melty cheese, and chives atop a regular or twice baked potato. Pile it high and add cooked broccoli bits, more sour cream, and different types of cheeses if you want!

How to Make Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Wash the russet potatoes and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. Using a fork, poke holes in the potato all over. Rub olive oil, salt, and pepper on all sides of the potato. Place into the air fryer at 400F for 1 hour and 10 minutes. When done, the outside will be crisp and the inside should be fork tender.
3. Carefully cut the potato in half and scoop out the inside into a bowl.
4. Add butter, salt, pepper, and heavy whipping cream to the bowl with the potatoes. Use a hand mixer to whip the potatoes until light and fluffy.
   
   EXPERT TIP: Add more butter and heavy cream if needed. Some potatoes need a bit more fat than others when whipping.
   
   
5. Add the whipped potato back into the potato skin using a spoon or a pastry bag with a large tip. The whipped potato will fill 4-5 half skins. Air fry for 4 minutes on 400F just to brown the top.
6. Remove from air fryer and top with cheese, chives, and bacon. Optionally, you can return the potatoes to the air fryer for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.

Frequently Asked Questions

Russet potatoes are the best for twice baked potatoes. Their thick skin provides a sturdy base while their insides produce a fluffy and smooth stuffing. Yukon gold potatoes will also work, but they do have a thinner skin which will crisp nicely, but not hold the stuffing as well.

Yes, twice baked potatoes freeze well. Store in an air tight container or freezer safe Ziploc bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Store your leftover twice baked potatoes in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

You can make air fryer twice baked potatoes ahead of time following the steps all the way through until the part where you add your toppings. Toppings should be reserved until ready to cook. Store your stuffed potatoes in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When ready to cook, add your toppings and pop them into the air fryer for 5-7 minutes or until potato is heated through.

These air fryer twice baked potatoes are cheesy, fluffy, and full of flavor. The perfect holiday or dinner side to complement just about any meal!

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