Our air fryer twice-baked potato recipe will be the only twice-baked potato recipe you need! Baked potatoes are hollowed out, air fried for extra crispy skin, then stuffed with a mixture including sour cream, butter, fresh garlic, and cheese. Gluten-free.
These loaded baked potatoes are creamy, cheesy and ready to serve in under 30 minutes. Perfect for dinner or as a side to compliment many of your favorite meals. We share inspiration on how to serve baked potatoes below!
On the search for more delicious potato recipes? We have you covered with our Gluten Free Potato Salad, Gluten Free Potato Soup, Gluten Free Cheesy Potatoes and Gluten Free Scalloped Potatoes.
Air Fryer Potatoes
These easy twice baked potatoes can be prepared for make ahead twice baked potatoes by baking the potatoes the night before then stuffing the next day.
Air fryer potatoes can also upgrade leftover baked potatoes. This is an excellent way to meal prep at the beginning of the week. Bake the potatoes, store in the fridge then turn into twice baked by the end of the week.
We not only find this recipe to be quick and simple, but it is a great meal for young chefs to create on their own. Always on the mission to improve kids’ confidence in the kitchen, we can’t think of the next best recipe than these twice baked potatoes!
Get started by gathering the equipment and ingredients then following the written instructions or kid-friendly printable recipe card below. Enjoy!
Equipment
- air fryer We used a Ninja Foodie
- knife
- medium-sized mixing bowl
- measuring cups and spoons
- stir spoon
- spoon
Ingredients
- 4 baked potatoes, cooled enough to handle
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese ✅
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and chopped ✅We use Kroger precooked bacon
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Air Fry Baked Potatoes
Prep the potatoes. Slice the Russett potatoes in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, carefully scoop the insides out of the potato, leaving a little on the skin for structure. Place the cooked potato into the medium-sized mixing bowl. Place the potato skins onto the air fryer pan.
Blend the mixture
To the bowl with the potatoes add the sour cream, butter, milk, 1/2 of the cheese, 3/4 of the chopped bacon, garlic, along with the salt and pepper. Mix well. Set aside.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F
Place the pan with the potato skins into the air fryer and air fry for 6 minutes. Remove.
Fill the potato skins
Divide the potato mixture evenly among the potato skins. Top with the rest of the shredded cheese and bacon bits.
Cook
Air fry for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.
How To Serve Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Serve as is for the main course with popular side dishes like Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli, Green Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli Salad without Mayo or tossed salad.
Pair with meals from the grill such as grilled chicken, porterhouse steaks, or pork chops.
Alongside chicken recipes such as Boiled Chicken Thighs, Thin Sliced Chicken Breasts, Air Fryer Italian Chicken Thighs, Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Thighs, or Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Tenderloins.
Serve with salmon, scallops or crab as a delicious compliment to seafood favorites.
Frequently Asked Questions
You will bake potatoes in the air fryer for a total of 12 minutes. First cooking the potato skins then cooking the stuffed potato. Be cautious to not overcrowd the air fryer basket, which can cause uneven cooking.
You bet! Follow our simple guide for cooking baked potatoes in the air fryer before turning into delicious twice-baked potatoes.
Yes, you can place this recipe in the oven if an air fryer is unavailable. Preheat the oven to 350°F then bake for 20 minutes.
Russett potatoes are the best option because of their thick potato skins. Not only do the skins get crispier compared to other varieties but they hold their shape when hallowed out.
Once completely cool, store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat by placing back into the air fryer or microwaving in 30-second intervals.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- Encourage your family to eat the skin of the baked potato – it is full of fiber!
- Set a variety of toppings on the table to create a baked potato bar as a fun way to serve dinner
- Before turning on the air fryer, double check the potatoes aren’t touching
More Gluten Free Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Baked Apples (Gluten-Free)
- Homemade Chicken Nuggets with Ground Turkey (Air Fryer)
- Air Fryer Banana Chips
- Salmon Patties in Air Fryer
- Ninja Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading)
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets
- Crispy Air Fried Fish
- Ninja Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
- Baked Potato in the Air Fryer
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
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Air Fryer Twice Baked Potato
Equipment
- air fryer We used a Ninja Foodie
- knife
Ingredients
- 4 baked potatoes, cooled enough to handle
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese ✅
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and chopped ✅We use Kroger precooked bacon
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- ⭐️Prep the potatoes. Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, carefully scoop the insides out of the potato, leaving a little on the skin for structure. Place the cooked potato into the medium-sized mixing bowl. Place the potato skins onto the air fryer pan.4 baked potatoes, cooled enough to handle
- Blend the mixture. To the bowl with the potatoes add the sour cream, butter, milk, 1/2 of the cheese, 3/4 of the chopped bacon, garlic, along with the salt and pepper. Mix well. Set aside.1/2 cup sour cream, 4 tablespoon butter, melted, 1/4 cup milk, 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 6 strips bacon, cooked and chopped, 1 large clove garlic, minced, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- ⭐️Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Place the pan with the potato skins into the air fryer and air fry for 6 minutes. Remove.
- Fill the potato skins. Divide the potato mixture evenly among the potato skins. Top with the rest of the cheese and bacon.3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 6 strips bacon, cooked and chopped
- ⭐️Cook. Air fry for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.
Nonnie says
I love the idea of putting the potato skins back in the air fryer and crisping them up. Now that the family is down to just hubby and me it’s taking some getting used to smaller meals and this help portion control us instead of the big twice baked potato casserole that we tend to want eat more than we need to. Thanks for the great recipe
Jodi Danen, RDN says
Thank you for sharing! I’m so glad you enjoyed them. 🙂