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Crispy Air Fryer Loaded Potato Skins Recipe Easy Bacon Cheese Appetizer

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These crispy air fryer loaded potato skins with bacon and cheese are a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring crispy skins, melty cheese, and smoky bacon.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick each russet potato a few times with a fork, then place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 45-50 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  2. Let the potatoes cool enough to handle. Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving about ⅛ inch (3 mm) of potato on the skin to maintain structure.
  3. Lightly brush the potato skins with olive oil inside and out. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Place the potato skins in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes until the skins are golden and crispy. Work in batches if needed.
  5. In a bowl, mix the chopped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese. Spoon this mixture generously into each crispy potato skin.
  6. Return the loaded skins to the air fryer. Cook at 370°F (188°C) for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the air fryer, top with sliced green onions and a dollop of sour cream on each skin. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Dry potatoes well before oiling to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to avoid soggy skins. Use pre-cooked bacon for best texture. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to regain crispness. For dairy-free options, substitute cheddar with plant-based cheese and sour cream with coconut yogurt.

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