Golden Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Transform your dinner table into a comforting feast with these irresistible Golden Stuffed Baked Potatoes. Featuring fluffy russet potatoes baked to perfection, their savory filling blends creamy sour cream, melty cheddar cheese, and crispy crumbled bacon for a flavor-packed experience. Enhanced with garlic powder, a touch of whole milk for smoothness, and a sprinkle of green onions for a fresh finish, these twice-baked potatoes boast a golden, crispy topping that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a hearty side dish or the star of a meal, these stuffed potatoes are easy to customize and sure to earn rave reviews from family and friends. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is the perfect combination of indulgence and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a clean towel.

Step 3

Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 4

Rub the potatoes lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.

Step 5

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife.

Step 6

Carefully remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10-15 minutes, or until they are safe to handle.

Step 7

Slice each potato lengthwise down the center, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom skin.

Step 8

Scoop out the flesh of each potato into a large mixing bowl, leaving about 1/4-inch of flesh around the edges to create a sturdy shell.

Step 9

Mash the potato flesh with a fork or potato masher until smooth.

Step 10

Add the butter, sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, bacon, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potato mixture. Stir until fully combined and creamy.

Step 11

Spoon the potato mixture back into the potato shells, mounding it slightly above the edges.

Step 12

Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.

Step 13

Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the filling is heated through.

Step 14

Remove the potatoes from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Step 15

Serve hot and enjoy your Golden Stuffed Baked Potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1392.3 grams (1392.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2330

Total Fat 160.50g	206%
Saturated Fat 90.70g	454%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 403mg	134%
Sodium 3977mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 174.90g	64%
Dietary Fiber 19.40g	69%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 69.10g	138%

Vitamin D 27IU	134%
Calcium 1302mg	100%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 4079mg	87%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.7%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 28.9%