Cheddar & Bacon Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cheddar & Bacon Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy, cheesy goodness with crispy bacon and the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. With easy-to-follow steps, you can create a beautifully baked dish that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash sweet potatoes and poke holes in each with a fork. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Chop bacon and fry in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Once sweet potatoes are cool, slice in half lengthwise and scoop out flesh into a bowl. Mix in butter, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and half of the bacon until creamy.
- Spoon filling back into potato skins and top with remaining cheese and bacon bits.
- Return stuffed potatoes to oven at 375°F (190°C) for another 20 minutes until golden.
- Garnish with fresh chives before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in sautéed garlic or onions. Substitute pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist or use crispy tofu for a vegetarian option.