Cheeseburger Twice Baked Potatoes

Cheeseburger twice baked potatoes are the answer when you want dinner to feel fun and filling but want minimal prep time involved. Crispy potato skins loaded with creamy mashed potato filling, seasoned ground beef, bacon, and melted cheddar.

If you love a hearty potato dinner, you also need to try my cheeseburger baked potato soup, it gives off all the same cozy vibes and is great for the colder months!

These have become one of my favorite ways to take a regular baked potato night and turn it into something everyone is actually excited about. My husband and boys are huge fans, and honestly, the cleanup is not bad either since most of the work happens in one skillet and one mixing bowl. Less dishes = happier mom! The filling is creamy and rich, the potato skins get this little bit of crispness from going back in the oven, and the bacon on top just puts it all over the edge.

If you love a hearty potato dinner, you also need to try my creamy baked potato soup - it gives off all the same cozy vibes and is great for the colder months!

Key Ingredients

Here is a quick look at the ingredients worth knowing about before you get started:

• Russet Potatoes - These are the best choice for twice baked potatoes. They have thick skins that hold up well and the inside gets really fluffy when baked.
• Ground Beef - One pound is plenty and it gets seasoned really well so every bite has that cheeseburger flavor you are looking for.
• Sour Cream + Butter - This combo is what makes the filling so creamy and rich. Do not skip either one!
• Cheddar Cheese - Shredded cheddar goes inside the filling AND on top. Double the cheese, double the flavor.
• Bacon - Cooked and crumbled and sprinkled right on top before the second bake. It is a must.

How to Make Cheeseburger Twice Baked Potatoes

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Scrub your potatoes really well and dry them off. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until they are cooked all the way through.

Step 2: While the potatoes are baking, cook your ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until it is no longer pink. Season with salt, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper. Set aside.

Step 3: Once the potatoes are done, pull them out, cut in half and let them cool just enough to handle. Lower your oven temperature to 350°F.

Step 4: Once cooled enough to handle scoop the inside out into a large mixing bowl. Season the empty potato skins with a little salt and pepper and pop them back in the oven while you work on the filling.

Step 5: Add the melted butter, sour cream, and half a cup of cheddar to the bowl with the scooped potatoes. Mash everything together until you get the texture you like. Then fold in your cooked ground beef.

Step 6: Spoon the filling back into the potato skins and place them on a baking sheet. Top each one with the remaining cheddar and the crumbled bacon.

Step 7: Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and everything is heated through. Enjoy!

Tips For the Best Results

• Bake your potatoes directly on the rack or a baking sheet. Do not wrap them in foil or the skins will get soft instead of getting that nice texture we want for holding the filling.
• Let the potatoes cool slightly before scooping. If you try to scoop them too hot they fall apart and make the whole thing harder than it needs to be.
• Season the empty skins before putting them back in the oven. This tiny step makes a big difference in flavor.
• Do not over-mash the filling. A little texture in there is a good thing. Chunky mashed potato filling is the move for these.
• Cook your bacon ahead of time. You can even use store bought bacon crumbles if you need to save time - no shame in that at all!

If you love simple one-pan meals, my cowboy casserole is another family favorite that uses a lot of the same ingredients and is SO easy to throw together on a busy night.

Can I Make stuffed potatoes Ahead of Time?

Yes! These are actually great for making ahead. You can prep the filling and stuff the potatoes, then cover and refrigerate them before the second bake. When you are ready to eat just pop them in the oven at 350°F and bake until heated through and the cheese is melted. You may need to add a few extra minutes since they are going in cold.

They also make a great freezer meal! These are part of a great lineup of dinner recipes that work well for meal prep, just wrap each stuffed potato individually, freeze, and reheat when you need them.

Cheeseburger Twice Baked Potatoes faqs

Storage

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

Freezer: Wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag or container. They keep well for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Reheating: The oven or air fryer is your best bet to get that crispy skin and melty cheese back. Bake at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes from refrigerated. My air fryer ranch potatoes taught me that the air fryer is seriously underrated for reheating potatoes!

How long do leftovers last? Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to get the skins back to that nice texture. The microwave works too but the skins will soften up.

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