Use your air fryer to quickly and efficiently make these delicious Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes. This classic American recipe is made a little lighter with dairy-free and vegetarian options.

a twice baked potato

A twice-baked potato is a beloved baked potato with a creamy, delicious makeover. The insides are scooped out and mixed with tasty toppings then stuffed into the potato. This recipe is a guideline, and you’re free to get creative with mix-ins.

Air fryer stuffed potatoes make a delicious side dish but can double as a meal too. Add whatever toppings you like based around your dietary preferences and needs.

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1 Why You Need This Recipe
2 Key Ingredients
3 Recipe Steps
4 Recipe Tips & Substitutions
5 FAQs
6 Other Air Fryer Recipes You Might Like
7 Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

Why You Need This Recipe

  • Potatoes are budget-friendly, centering a meal around them is a great way to make your budget go further! See more of my tips for eating healthy on a budget.
  • Even picky eaters can’t resist a twice-baked potato. This recipe is perfect for kiddos and adults alike.
  • It’s flexible and customizable. Add in what you want, leave out what you don’t! Ground meat, crumbled tempeh bacon, steamed broccoli, spinach, gruyere cheese, or vegan cheese all make excellent additions.
  • These healthy twice baked potatoes can be served as a main dish or a side dish. It really just depends on how many and what types of toppings you want to use.
twice baked potatoes

Key Ingredients

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Russet potatoes – Russet potatoes are the perfect size and texture for a stuffed potato. The skins are sturdier than Yukon gold potatoes which keeps them from falling apart.

Olive oil – If you rub the potato in oil before it goes into the air fryer it will crisp up nicely. You can use any neutral oil to do this.

Cheddar cheese (vegan or regular) – Cheddar cheese is a classic and creamy option but you can use any kind you like. Parmesan, blue cheese, fontina, or gruyere would all be delicious. If you’re vegan or dairy-free, use your favorite brand of vegan cheese.

Sour cream – Mash in sour cream and you’re potatoes will taste heavenly and creamy! Vegan sour cream works great too.

Bacon – This is optional, but recommended. It adds a nice salty element. You can leave it out, or to make these potatoes a meal you can add cooked ground beef or chicken. For vegan or vegetarians, try using chopped tempeh bacon for more savory flavor and protein.

Salt & pepper – Don’t underestimate the power of seasoning. Sea salt will magnify all the delicious flavors of this recipe. Black pepper is perfect for spice or heat lovers.

Recipe Steps

how to air fry twice baked potatoes

Air fryer twice-baked potatoes seem fancy, but they’re very simple to make. Let me show you how!

Step One

Use a fork to poke holes in the potatoes. Use your hands or a clean towel to rub oil all over the potatoes.

Please see the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact ingredients and measurements.

Step Two

Place the oiled potatoes into the basket of your air fryer. Set the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 minutes.

Step Three

Use tongs to transfer the hot potatoes to a cooling rack. Let them cool for a few minutes then cut through them lengthwise.

Step Four

Use a spoon to scoop out the insides of the potato into a medium bowl. Add the shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon, and seasoning to the bowl. Mix everything together well.

Step Five

Use the spoon to divide the mixture back into the skins of the potatoes. Place the filled potatoes back into the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure the filling heats through.

filled twice baked potatoes

Step Six

Use tongs to transfer the potatoes to a serving plate. Top with chives and enjoy!

twice baked potatoes inside air fryer

Recipe Tips & Substitutions

  • One serving is half of a potato.
  • Some air fryers need to be preheated. Please check the manufacturer’s guide of your model to see if it needs preheating.
  • Some people like to have extra toppings for their twice baked potatoes. If so, either reserve some of the cheese and sour cream for topping or have some additional ingredients to use for topping.
  • Air fryer stuffed potatoes taste great alongside any main dish, but for an easy dinner you can serve it with a rotisserie chicken or a green salad.

FAQs

Can I make these in the oven?

Yes, I prefer the air fryer because it’s quicker and doesn’t heat up the kitchen but the oven works great too! Cook the potatoes at 400 degrees until fork tender, about 60 to 70 minutes. Stuff the potatoes as directed and then cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.

How long does it take to cook potatoes in the air fryer?

Russet potatoes take about 35 to 40 minutes to cook in the air fryer depending on their size. Start at 35 minutes and if the potato isn’t ready then add five minutes.

twice baked potato on spatula

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twice baked potatoes

Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes

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Use your air fryer to quickly and efficiently make these delicious Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes. This classic American recipe is made a little lighter with dairy-free and vegetarian options.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed and patted dry
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided (for vegan or dairy-free diets, use Daiya vegan cheese)
  • 1/3 cup sour cream (use dairy-free sour cream for vegan diets)
  • 3 pieces cooked bacon, crumbled (leave off for vegan or vegetarian diets)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 fresh chives, diced (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Use a fork to poke a few holes in each of your potatoes. This will ensure that they get cooked through.
  2. Then, use your hands or a clean paper towel to spread the oil over each of the potatoes. This helps the skins get crispy.
  3. Place the potatoes in the basket of your air fryer. Set the temperature to 400°F for 35 minutes.
  4. Use tongs to remove the cooked potatoes from the basket and transfer them to a heat-safe surface. Let them cool for a few minutes and then carefully cut each one open, being cautious not to slice all the way through to the bottom of the potatoes (you want the outside skin to remain intact).
  5. Use a spoon to carefully scoop out the insides of each potato into a medium mixing bowl.
  6. Add the shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon (if using), salt, and pepper to the bowl. Use a potato masher or a fork to mix the ingredients well.
  7. Then, use a spoon to divide the mixture back into the skins of the potatoes.
  8. Carefully place the filled potatoes back into the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 minutes at 400°F to ensure that the filling gets warmed through.
  9. Use tongs to remove the potatoes to a serving plate.
  10. Top with the chopped chives and serve hot.

Equipment

Notes

  1. One serving is half of a potato.
  2. Some air fryers need to be preheated. Please check the manufacturer’s guide of your model to see if it needs preheating.
  3. Some people like to have extra toppings for their twice baked potatoes. If so, either reserve some of the cheese and sour cream for topping or have some additional ingredients to use for topping.

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