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Microwave Twice Baked Potato
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Microwave Twice Baked Potato

This microwave twice baked potato delivers all the creamy cheesy goodness of the classic version in a fraction of the time. The microwave cooks the potato quickly so you can stuff and melt the cheesy filling in minutes.

4.5
10 min
🍴1 servings
🔥320 cal
🔖Easy
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30 second summary

Creamy cheesy twice baked potato made entirely in the microwave in minutes.

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Nutrition per serving

320Calories
12gProtein
42gCarbs
12gFat
4gFiber

Ingredients

1servings

main

filling

seasoning

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Instructions

1

Microwave Potato

Pierce the russet potato all over with a fork and microwave on high for 5 minutes flipping once halfway until fully cooked and soft throughout.

2

Scoop and Mash

Cut the potato in half lengthwise and scoop most of the flesh into a bowl leaving a thin shell. Mash the flesh with sour cream, half the cheese, salt, and pepper.

3

Stuff and Top

Spoon the mashed mixture back into the potato shells and top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.

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4

Melt Cheese in Microwave

Return the stuffed potatoes to the microwave and heat on high for 90 seconds until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.

Substitutions

sour creamGreek yogurt for a lighter protein-rich option
cheddar cheeseMonterey Jack or mozzarella for a milder flavor

Common mistakes

Not piercing the potato enough before the first microwave which can cause it to burst
Overfilling the shells so the filling spills out when returned to the microwave
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