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Serving Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Twice Baked Potatoes
Fluffy baked potatoes mashed with Parmesan, butter, and chives, then piped back into their shells and baked until golden.
Contains common allergens
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Instructions
7 steps- 1
Heat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Scrub the potatoes and prick each several times with a fork.
- 2
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake 50 to 60 minutes, until they feel soft when gently squeezed. Remove and let cool about 15 minutes, then carefully halve each potato lengthwise.
- 3
Using a small spoon, scoop the pulp into a large bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch-thick shell. Save the 8 best shells and reserve the rest for another use.
- 4
In a small saucepan, simmer the milk and butter together until the butter melts. Pour over the potato pulp and mash or beat until almost smooth.
- 5
Add the egg, half of the Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mash until smooth and well blended.
- 6
Fill each reserved shell with about 1/3 cup of the potato mixture. Sprinkle with the chives or green onion tops, the remaining Parmesan, and a little paprika.
- 7
Reduce the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the filled shells on a cookie sheet and bake about 30 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
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73/100
Good fit for most families
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Nutrition
per serving200
Calories
6 g
Protein
23 g
Carbs
9 g
Fat
Estimated per serving. Actual values depend on the brands and portions you use.
Listahan cooking guide
Chef notes & practical guide
Technique notes, ingredient swaps, serve-alongside ideas, storage guidance, and equipment for this recipe.
Cultural context
Twice-baked potatoes are an American steakhouse and home-kitchen classic, born from the simple idea that a baked potato gets even better if you scoop out the fluffy inside, whip it with butter and cheese, and bake it back in its own crisp skin. The technique gives you the best of both worlds, a creamy mashed interior with a sturdy, browned shell. It became a dinner-party staple because the work is all up front and the final bake is hands-off.
Listahan note
This version bakes the potatoes dry rather than foil-wrapped so the skins crisp into proper shells, and whips the filling with enough fat and seasoning that it pipes back in light and rich.
Technique cues
- Bake the potatoes unwrapped directly on the rack so the skins dry out and crisp into a shell sturdy enough to refill.
- Scoop the flesh while the potatoes are hot, leaving a thin wall, so the skins hold and the filling whips smooth without lumps.
- Brush or crisp the empty skins briefly before refilling so the shell itself has texture and does not go soft under the filling.
Kitchen flow
- Parallel prep
- Grate the cheese and slice the onions while the potatoes bake, so the filling comes together quickly once the hot flesh is scooped.
- Make-ahead
- Bake, scoop, fill, and refrigerate the loaded shells up to two days ahead; do the final browning bake just before serving.
- Leftover move
- Crumble leftover filling into a skillet with an egg for a potato hash, or smear it on toast and broil for a quick snack.
- Cleanup rhythm
- Bake on a parchment-lined sheet to catch drips, and the only real wash is the mixing bowl and the grater.
Ingredient brief
Role, handling, and swap guidance for each key ingredient.
russet potatoes
shell and filling
Purpose: Starchy russets bake up fluffy for the filling and have sturdy skins that crisp into the shell.
Handling: Scrub, prick, rub with oil and salt, and bake until fully tender.
Adaptation: Large Yukon Golds give a creamier, denser filling but a slightly less crisp shell.
butter
richness
Purpose: Butter is what makes the whipped filling taste rich and luxurious rather than like plain mashed potato.
Handling: Mash into the hot scooped flesh so it melts in evenly.
Adaptation: A dairy-free butter works; olive oil gives a different but pleasant richness.
sour cream
tang and creaminess
Purpose: Sour cream loosens the filling and adds the tang that balances the rich butter and cheese.
Handling: Fold into the mashed flesh until light and creamy.
Adaptation: Greek yogurt is a tangier, lighter swap; dairy-free sour cream keeps it vegan.
sharp cheddar cheese
flavor and browning top
Purpose: Cheddar melts into the filling and browns on top into the signature golden crust.
Handling: Grate and fold most into the filling, reserving some to brown on top.
Adaptation: Gruyere or pepper jack change the character; a dairy-free shred works for vegan.
green onions or chives
fresh finish
Purpose: A sharp green allium cuts the richness and gives the classic loaded-potato look.
Handling: Slice thin and fold into the filling and scatter on top after the second bake.
Adaptation: Chives, crisp bacon, or caramelized onion all work as finishes.
Technique notes
- Whip the filling while it is hot; cold potato turns gluey when mashed and the filling loses its light texture.
- Pipe the filling back in with a star tip if you want the ridged restaurant look, which also browns into more crisp peaks.
- Season the filling more than feels necessary, since the bland shell and the cooling on the plate both mute the salt.
Ingredient swaps
- Dairy-free option
- Use dairy-free butter, sour cream, and cheese; a splash of unsweetened plant milk helps the filling whip smooth.
- Vegetarian direction
- Skip any bacon and load the filling with sauteed mushrooms, broccoli, or caramelized onion instead.
- Lighter direction
- Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream, cut the cheese, and use a little stock to keep the filling light.
Serve alongside
- grilled steak
- roast chicken
- a crisp green salad
- garlicky sauteed green beans
- a bold red like Cabernet
- amber ale
- sparkling water with lemon
Serving suggestions only — check pairings for your household's allergens.
Storage & reheating
- Refrigerate filled shells up to four days; reheat in a 375F oven so the tops re-crisp and brown. They freeze well filled and unbaked for up to two months; bake from frozen, adding 15 to 20 minutes, until heated through and golden.
Equipment
- sheet pan
- potato masher or hand mixer
- box grater
- piping bag with star tip (optional)
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