Description
This casserole brings together the creamy, cheesy goodness of twice-baked potatoes in an easy-to-make casserole format. It’s a comforting side dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large baking potatoes (about 2.5–3 pounds)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce potatoes several times with a fork. Bake directly on oven rack for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, or until very tender.
- Remove potatoes from oven and let cool slightly. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- Once cool enough to handle, cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh into a large bowl, leaving a thin shell in the potato skins. Discard skins or save for another use.
- Add cream cheese, sour cream, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the potato flesh. Mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon.
- Transfer the potato mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with remaining crumbled bacon and fresh chives before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder to the potato mixture.
- You can prepare the casserole ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: twice baked potato, potato casserole, cheesy potato, comfort food, side dish, baked potato