Indulge in these mini twice baked potatoes, filled with creamy mashed potatoes, cheese, and bacon. These bite-sized appetizers are perfect for parties or as a side dish for a hearty meal. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 12 small russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Wash and dry the potatoes, then pierce each potato with a fork a few times.
- Bake the potatoes in a preheated oven at 400°F for 45-50 minutes until they are tender.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then cut off the top third of each potato and scoop out the insides into a bowl, leaving a thin shell.
- Mash the potato insides in the bowl with sour cream, milk, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the potato mixture back into the potato shells.
- Place the stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for an additional 15-20 minutes until lightly browned and heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Twice baked potatoes originated in France in the 17th century as a way to use up leftover potatoes.
Mini twice baked potatoes are a great way to enjoy all the flavors of a traditional twice baked potato in a bite-sized form.