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Crispy Loaded Twice-Baked Sweet Potato Skins

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These crispy loaded twice-baked sweet potato skins are the ultimate cozy comfort food, featuring sweet potatoes filled with creamy, cheesy, and savory goodness, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect for game nights, parties, or a comforting snack, they’re easy to make and guaranteed to please a crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs, scrubbed clean)
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits (about 2 strips, crumbled)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Extra shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack), for topping
  • Extra bacon bits, for garnish
  • Extra chopped chives or green onions, for garnish
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Scrub sweet potatoes and prick all over with a fork. Place on the baking sheet and roast for 35-45 minutes, until tender.
  3. Let potatoes cool for 10-15 minutes. Slice each potato lengthwise into halves.
  4. Use a spoon to gently scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a thin layer (about 1/4 inch) to support the skin. Place flesh in a mixing bowl.
  5. Mash the sweet potato flesh with melted butter, sour cream, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, half the cheese, half the bacon, and half the chives. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Brush skins inside and out with olive oil. Sprinkle with a little salt. Place cut-side up on the baking sheet (wire rack if available). Bake at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until edges start to crisp.
  7. Spoon the mashed filling evenly into each skin. Top with remaining cheese and bacon. Bake for another 10-12 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden brown.
  8. Garnish with extra chives or green onions. Dollop with sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For vegetarian, omit bacon and add beans or roasted veggies. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter, cheese, and coconut yogurt. For extra crispiness, broil skins for 2-3 minutes at the end. Skins can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving. Let potatoes cool before slicing to avoid tearing skins.

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Keywords: sweet potato skins, twice-baked, comfort food, appetizer, party snack, gluten-free, easy, cheesy, bacon, game night

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