Description
Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food packed with creamy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions baked together until golden and bubbly. This easy recipe is perfect for holiday dinners, potlucks, family meals, and cozy dinner ideas when you want something hearty and satisfying. With rich flavors, a cheesy topping, and a creamy texture, this casserole transforms classic twice baked potatoes into a crowd-pleasing side dish everyone will love. It also works perfectly as an easy dinner, make-ahead meal, or comforting food idea for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
6 large Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chopped chives for garnish
1/4 cup extra bacon crumbles for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Place the cubed potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water.
3. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes until fork tender.
4. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and allow excess steam to escape.
5. Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces.
6. Transfer the hot potatoes into a large mixing bowl.
7. Add butter, cream cheese, sour cream, milk, and heavy cream.
8. Mash until smooth and creamy without overmixing.
9. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
10. Fold in cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, bacon, and green onions.
11. Spread the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
12. Top with remaining cheese and bacon crumbles.
13. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
14. Broil for 2–3 minutes if desired for a golden crispy top.
15. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
16. Garnish with chopped chives and serve warm.
Notes
Always drain the potatoes thoroughly to prevent the casserole from becoming watery.
Freshly shredded cheese melts more smoothly and creates a creamier texture than pre-shredded cheese.
Allow the casserole to rest before serving so it sets properly and becomes easier to scoop.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 78mg