Double-baked potatoes are a standard option for any side dish menu. However, you may not be aware that an air fryer can be used to prepare them. It’s true that you can do more than just fry things in your air fryer; you can also bake and roast in it. Make some tasty twice-baked potatoes.
To get the best of both worlds—a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior—try using an air fryer for your next batch of twice-baked potatoes. What’s more, it’s a much better choice than the standard method of deep frying.
Here’s a comprehensive how-to if you like twice-baked potatoes and want to try cooking them in an air fryer.
1: Prep – get the potatoes ready.
For perfect twice-baked potatoes every time, try using an air fryer. The potatoes should be washed, dried, and pierced with a fork before anything else is done. As a result, the potatoes won’t burst under the pressure of the steam while they cook.
2:Cooking
Air fry the potatoes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit by placing them in the air fryer basket. The potatoes should be cooked for about 30 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a fork. Take them out of the air fryer once they’re done cooking and set them aside to cool for a while.
3:Remove the potato’s flesh using a spoon.
Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise once they have cooled enough to be handled, and remove the flesh to a new bowl. Always leave a very thin layer of potato on the skin to prevent it from splitting.
4: Toppings
The cooked potato flesh can now be topped as you see fit. Common toppings are butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon, and green onions. Then, combine everything and put it back into the potato skins with a spoon.
5: More Air Frying of the Potatoes
Return the stuffed potato halves to the air fryer basket and continue cooking at 400 degrees F for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the surfaces are golden.
6: Serve
To serve, remove the items from the air fryer and allow them to cool for a while. Before serving, sprinkle the top with a bit more cheese, bacon, and green onions.
The air fryer is a convenient and speedy way to prepare twice-baked potatoes, which are a tasty and adaptable side dish. What’s more, it’s a much better choice than the standard method of deep frying. Following these directions will ensure that your twice-baked potatoes turn out perfectly every time. Give it a shot, and report back with your results.
