Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes take me back to when I used to order this at Wendy’s years ago. Back then, I thought it was one of the healthier fast-food choices. Now I make them at home so I know exactly what’s going in each bite—and I’ve learned how easy it is to make them even more flavorful.
These twice baked potatoes are loaded with fluffy mashed potatoes, tender broccoli, and plenty of melty cheddar cheese. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a meatless dinner, they’re creamy, cheesy, and always a crowd-pleaser.
These are a perfect addition to your holiday table alongside my Stuffed Artichokes, or Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Honey.
Yes! You can make twice baked potatoes ahead of time. Here’s how:
Prepare completely: Bake, scoop, mix, and refill the potatoes as usual.
Refrigerate: Cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Bake when ready: Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted.
Make it Your Way:
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Add bacon crumbles or diced ham.
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Use different cheeses (Gruyère, Monterey Jack, smoked gouda).
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Swap broccoli for spinach, roasted cauliflower, or caramelized onions.
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Make it spicy with jalapeños or hot sauce.
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Main Ingredients Needed:
- Russet potatoes
- Broccoli florets
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Butter
- Sour cream
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- Coarse salt
Step by Step Instructions:
Bake the potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Wash and dry potatoes, pierce with a fork, and brush lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle coarse salt over the skins. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until tender.
Prepare the filling: Let potatoes cool slightly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, giving you 4 halves. Scoop out the insides into a bowl, leaving a thin shell.
Mix the filling: Mash the scooped potato with butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in broccoli and ½ cup cheddar cheese.
Fill the skins: Spoon the mixture back into the potato shells. Top each with a little extra cheddar.
Bake again: Bake at 375°F for 5-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and the tops are slightly golden.
Serve: Enjoy as a side or a light main dish.
Make-Ahead & Freeze
Twice baked potatoes can be assembled ahead of time, stored in the fridge, and baked right before serving.
They also freeze well (wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap, then reheat in the oven).
Whether you serve these Broccoli and Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes as a hearty side or let them shine as the main event, they’re sure to disappear fast. They’re creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying—comfort food at its best!”
Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
- Total Time: 65-75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 medium russet potatoes
1 cup broccoli florets, steamed and chopped
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sour cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil (for brushing the potato skins)
Coarse salt, for sprinkling on the skins
Instructions
Bake the potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Wash and dry potatoes, pierce with a fork, and brush lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle coarse salt over the skins. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until tender.
Prepare the filling: Let potatoes cool slightly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, giving you 4 halves. Scoop out the insides into a bowl, leaving a thin shell.
Mix the filling: Mash the scooped potato with butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in broccoli and ½ cup cheddar cheese.
Fill the skins: Spoon the mixture back into the potato shells. Top each with a little extra cheddar.
Bake again: Bake at 375°F for 5-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and the tops are slightly golden.
Serve: Enjoy as a side or a light main dish.
