Have you ever had a campfire Cheesy Twice-Baked Potato? It is one of my very favorite side dishes to cook while camping. It would be a disservice for me NOT to share this delicious recipe. Honestly, these potatoes are just too good to miss out on! If you’re looking for a camping recipe, this is a must-try. There’s just something special about a cheesy twice-baked potato, right?

And if you’ve ever wondered how long do potatoes take in the fire? The answer, for these at least, is 30 – 45 minutes!

 

Campfire Potatoes Recipe

Camping Recipe: Campfire Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

  • Russet Potatoes
  • Sour Cream
  • Butter
  • Mozzarella Cheese
  • Bacon Bits

DIRECTIONS:

  • Cut large potatoes in half lengthwise
  • Add a bit of butter and wrap in tin foil
  • Place wrapped potatoes over the campfire on a grilling grate (or on a gas grill) but not directly in the flame
  • Rotate every 10 minutes or so
  • Cook until tender (usually takes about 30-45 minutes)
  • To test if done: with something to protect your hands, or using tongs, squeeze the potato, if it feels soft and your finger leaves an indentation, it is ready
  • Carefully remove from the fire
  • Unwrap the aluminum foil from each potato
  • Using a fork, scoop the innards into a mixing bowl, leaving the skins and a small rim of potato intact

Be careful, the potatoes are hot!

  • Mix several handfuls of mozzarella cheese, bacon bits and a couple of dollops of sour cream into the bowl of potatoes, mashing as you go
  • Refill the mixture into each potato skin
  • Add a topping of cheese and bacon bits
  • Rewrap the potatoes and place back on the fire for another 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and potato is warmed through

We serve it as a side to a protein such as chicken or steak and everyone loves it. I don’t personally add salt and pepper, but I know others that add a sprinkle. You could also add chives, basil, oregano or cheddar cheese instead of mozzarella.

I hope you give this a try the next time you are camping!

Campfire Cheesy Twice Baked Potatoes

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Keyword: potato
Author: Inspiration Made Simple

Ingredients

  • Russet Potatoes
  • Sour Cream
  • Butter
  • Mozzarella Cheese
  • Bacon Bits

Instructions

  • Cut large potatoes in half lengthwise
  • Add a bit of butter and wrap in tin foil
  • Place wrapped potatoes over the campfire (or on a grill) but not directly in the flame
  • Rotate every 10 minutes or so
  • Cook until tender (usually takes about 30-45 minutes)
  • To test if done: with something to protect your hands, or using tongs, squeeze the potato, if it feels soft and your finger leaves an indentation, it is probably done
  • Carefully remove from the fire.
  • Unwrap each potato
  • Scoop the innards into a mixing bowl, leaving the skins and a small rim of potato intact
  • Be careful, the potatoes are hot!
  • Mix a handful or two of mozzarella cheese, bacon bits and a dollop or two of sour cream into the potatoes, mashing as you go
  • Refill the mixture into each potato skin
  • Add a topping of cheese and bacon bits
  • Rewrap the potatoes and place back on the fire for another 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and potato is warmed through

Are you planning your camping trips for the season? I’ve rounded up some of my favorite Camping Meals for you to check out! And if you’re planning your first camping trip, or maybe the first in a while, my printable Camping Packing Checklist may be helpful!