Easy Cheesy Twice Baked Potato Casserole
This Easy Cheesy Twice Baked Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, packed with creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Baking Dish
- Large Bowl
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 8 medium-sized potatoes scrubbed and dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt or sea salt
Casserole Filling
- 0.5 pound bacon cooked and chopped (for casserole)
- 6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (for casserole)
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 0.75 cup sour cream
- 4 green onions sliced (for casserole)
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Topping
- 0.25 pound bacon cooked and chopped (for topping)
- 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (for topping)
- 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep & Bake Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gently rub the scrubbed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until they're very tender when pierced with a fork. Flip them halfway through for even cooking. Once done, let them cool for about 15 minutes. Reduce your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- Assemble the Casserole: Lightly grease a 9-inch square or 9x13 inch baking dish. Cut the slightly cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces; feel free to keep the skins on for extra fiber and flavor! In a large bowl, gently mix the potato chunks with mayonnaise and sour cream until well combined. Stir in 6 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese, ½ pound of the cooked and chopped bacon, and 4 sliced green onions. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to your liking.
- Second Bake & Serve: Transfer this creamy potato mixture into your prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 2 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese and ¼ pound of cooked bacon. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil for the last 10 minutes to get that perfect golden, bubbly top. Once baked, garnish with the remaining 2 sliced green onions and serve warm for a comforting, hearty meal!
Notes
This casserole is a fantastic make-ahead option! You can assemble it a day in advance and bake it when ready. Just ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 512 kcal
Total Carbs: 26g
Net Carbs: 23g
Fats: 40g
Protein: 13g
