This twice baked potato casserole recipe is jam-packed with flavor. It combines fluffy potatoes, sour cream, shredded cheese, and bacon to make a cheesy casserole that gets better with each bite. Seriously, it's so good, but the best part about this loaded potato casserole is that it's super quick and easy to make! In fact, from start to finish, it'll take you less than 45 minutes to make it.
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The Best Twice Baked Potato Casserole
If you love mashed potatoes and casserole recipes, then you're going to be obsessed with this twice baked potato casserole.
It basically combines all of the best parts about mashed potatoes and loaded potatoes all in one easy casserole dish. From the ooey-gooey melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and sour cream to the tender and fluffy mashed potatoes, it just doesn't get better than this!
And, as I mentioned, this twice baked potato casserole is so simple to make! All you have to do is mash the potatoes, add the fix-ins, and then let the oven take care of the rest. Since it's so effortless, it's one of my favorite Thanksgiving casseroles.
Also, for what it's worth, when we make this casserole at our house, we almost always pair it with this panko breaded chicken recipe. The two just go so, so well together.
Ingredients
Another reason to love this casserole is that it's made with really basic ingredients. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if you have most of them at home already!
Anyway, here's everything you'll need to make this twice baked potato casserole:
- 5 medium potatoes, boiled with potato skins on
- 3 tablespoon butter, softened
- 3oz. cream cheese
- 4oz. sour cream
- ⅓ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ¾ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoon chopped chives
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Sliced green onions (optional for serving)
Not bad, eh?
By the way, if you have some leftover potatoes and want to make some classic mashed potatoes, you can whip up these easy cheesy mashed potatoes! It's another one of my favorite potato recipes, so I definitely suggest trying that next. For a recipe with some more to it, try this meatloaf casserole with loaded mashed potatoes on top.
How To Make Twice Baked Potato Casserole
Now it's time for the fun part - it's time to make this loaded baked baked potato casserole!
And, again, making this recipe is about as easy as it gets. I mean, it's hard to beat a recipe that requires just 10 minutes of prep time, right?
Anyway, let's stop wasting time and get cooking!
Step 1: Mash the Potatoes
First things first, you'll want to preheat your oven to 375°F. Then, if you haven't done so already, you'll need to boil the potatoes until they're fork-tender.
Next, you can transfer those boiled potatoes to a large bowl, add in the softened butter, and then mash them with a potato masher. Then, once the butter and potatoes have combined, you can add the cream cheese and sour cream to the bowl and mix everything together.
Now, you can gradually add the milk and continue mashing the potatoes until they're nice and smooth. Then, when you've got them looking smooth, you can finish 'em off with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
Step 2: Add The Fix-Ins
Ok, now that the potatoes are good to go, you can stir in the chives and chopped bacon or bacon bits. Just make sure to save some bacon for topping off the casserole.
Next, you can add some of the shredded cheddar cheese - saving ¼ cup for topping the casserole later - and then you can stir the cheese into the potatoes.
Step 3: Bake The Casserole
Now that everything is ready, you can transfer the potato mixture into a lightly greased casserole dish. Then, you'll want to top the casserole off with the rest of the cheddar cheese and bacon.
Once you've got the cheese and bacon topping loaded up on the casserole, you can bake it for about 30 minutes - or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Finally, let the casserole cool for a couple of minutes, then slice it up, garnish it with sliced green onions, and enjoy!
How To Store Twice Baked Potato Casserole
This recipe for twice baked potato casserole will make about 8 servings, so it's really the perfect dinner recipe to make if you're hosting a big family dinner.
Now, if you have any leftovers, consider yourself lucky because this casserole tastes incredible the next day/s after you make it. With that said, you can store your leftover cooked potato casserole in an airtight container, and it'll stay good for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Alternatively, if you want to keep it for even longer, you can store the casserole in the freezer for up to 10-12 months.
How To Reheat Twice Baked Potatoes
Once you're ready to enjoy this casserole again, you'll definitely want to reheat it. So, to reheat the casserole, just put it back in a baking dish in the oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes - or until the cheese melts again, and it's heated evenly.
Alternatively, you can just pop a small serving in the microwave and heat it in 30-second increments until it's warmed through.
FAQs About This Twice Baked Potato Casserole Recipe
Can I prepare this casserole a day ahead of serving?
Absolutely, this is a great casserole to prepare the day before serving. Just follow the storage and reheating instructions above, and you can serve your prepared casserole dish later in the day or the next day/s.
Can I use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder?
Sure, fresh garlic makes a great substitute for garlic powder. One really great way to add extra flavor is to use pureed roasted garlic which soaks through every layer of your casserole as you bake it in the oven.
Wrapping It Up
Well, that's how to make a twice baked potato casserole that's sure to be a hit with just about everyone who tries it!
From the creamy, fluffy potatoes to the melty cheese and bacon, this casserole is just loaded with so many things to love. After you give it a try, you seriously won't want to eat potatoes any other way again!
Anyway, I hope you love this casserole recipe as much as my family and I do.
As always, if you give this twice baked potatoes casserole recipe a try, leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts.
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Easy Twice Baked Potato Casserole (Made In Just 45 Minutes)
This twice baked potato casserole recipe is jam-packed with flavor. It combines fluffy potatoes, sour cream, shredded cheese, and bacon to make a cheesy casserole that gets better with each bite. Seriously, it's so good, but the best part about this loaded potato casserole is that it's super quick and easy to make! In fact, from start to finish, it'll take you less than 45 minutes to make it.
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes, boiled with potato skins on
- 3 tablespoon butter, softened
- 3oz. cream cheese
- 4oz. sour cream
- ⅓ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ¾ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoon chopped chives
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Sliced green onions (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Mash the potatoes with softened butter.
- Add cream cheese and sour cream. Continue to mash until combined.
- While mashing the potatoes, gradually add milk. Mash until well combined.
- Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper.
- Stir in chives and chopped bacon, reserving some of the bacon for the topping.
- Reserve ¼ cup of the cheddar cheese and stir the remaining cheese with the mashed potatoes.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes mixture into a gently greased casserole dish.
- Smooth the top and sprinkle over reserved cheddar cheese and bacon.
- Bake the casserole for 30 minutes.
- Cool the casserole before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 286Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 10g
Megan Shepard
I could eat this every single night it was divine.
Rita Feather
I made this as a side to some pulled pork, it was SO GOOD.
Annie
I am obsessed with potatoes of all kinds and this is actually one of my favorite recipes I have tried!
Rebecca
A casserole truly like no other. I am going to make this so many times!
Sally
I didn't have bacon but had everything else and gave it a try anyway. It was delicious!! I am excited to try it with the bacon next time.
Anna Ferra
I wanna make this every day it was so yum!