Looking for the perfect side for your Thanksgiving dinner this year? We suggest you stick with a classic. These twice-baked potatoes are as flavorful as they are nostalgia-inducing—and with the addition of a few colorful toppings, they're pretty beautiful to boot. Here, we've rounded up all the best ideas so that you can serve up everyone's favorite down-home dish as a mouthwatering side, a no-brainer appetizer, or a main meal. Believe it or not, the twice-baked potato recipes we've selected here can even do double duty as dessert. Switch out the base for a sweet potato, and add a sweet, sugary topping (cinnamon sugar, pecans, honey cream cheese, and mini marshmallows all work beautifully), and suddenly you've got yourself a special dessert that fits perfectly with any Thanksgiving menu. Of course, you don't only have to enjoy twice-baked potatoes on Thanksgiving. They're the ultimate fall or winter side dish for just about any holiday. And get this: We've even included a loaded potato skins recipe that works for breakfast. So what are you waiting for? Browse through our favorite ideas, crank up your appetite, and get ready to make your guests really, really happy come the fourth Thursday in November.
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Gruyere Twice-Baked Potatoes
Cheese lovers, rejoice: These twice-baked potatoes feature a topping of creamy Gruyère ... not to mention mushrooms, onion, and bacon.
Get the recipe at Cooking and Beer.
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Loaded Sweet Potato Skins
Cinnamon sugar butter, pecans, honey cream cheese, and mini marshmallows? Yup, we're sold on this filling recipe that works just as beautifully as a side as it does as a dessert.
Get the recipe at The Cookie Rookie.
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Twice-Baked Potato Slices
These classy slices can be served family-style as a side dish or individually as fun, bite-sized appetizers. Just imagine how cute they'd look at a co*cktail party!
Get the recipe at Jo Cooks.
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Loaded Breakfast Potato Skins
Who says you have to wait until Thanksgiving night to enjoy your favorite comfort food? These twice-baked potato skins are the ultimate fall or winter breakfast.
Get the recipe at The Recipe Critic.
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Loaded Smashed Red Potatoes
Crispy bacon meets creamy avocado in this easy smashed potato recipe. Of course, you can customize them with just about whatever toppings you like!
Get the recipe at Gimme Some Oven.
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Simple Twice-Baked Potatoes
Twice-baked potato purists will flip for this easy recipe. It's simple, delicious, and beautiful to boot.
Get the recipe at The Cookie Rookie.
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Blue Cheese Twice-Baked Potatoes
Blue cheese is the unexpected addition your guests won't see coming in these delicious twice-baked potatoes. A topping of bacon adds crunch and familiarity.
Get the recipe at Gimme Some Oven.
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Chipotle Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potato Skins
Here's a recipe that seamlessly blends "traditional" and "newfangled." These stuffed sweet potato skins will have all your guests talking.
Get the recipe at Jo Cooks.
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Sour Cream Potato Skins
Cold sour cream on top of a warm potato skin is our idea of heaven. Add a smattering of chopped chives or green onion to keep things colorful.
Get the recipe at Dinner at the Zoo.
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Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes
Sharp cheddar, bacon, and green onion make for a winning combination—but not just because they taste good. The ingredients also look gorgeous when plated.
Get the recipe at Cooking Classy.
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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Talk about classic Thanksgiving flavors! Topped with pecan, cinnamon, oatmeal, and brown sugar, these twice-baked sweet potatoes are sure to become a family favorite.
Get the recipe at The Cookie Rookie.
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Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes
We love how these cheesy bacon potatoes look when served in a casserole dish. A drizzle of ranch and a topping of herbs provides colorful contrast.
Get the recipe at Jo Cooks.
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Tex-Mex Loaded Potato Skins
Think outside the box—er, potato—with this sophisticated recipe. The addition of black olives gives the dish a surprising Tex-Mex flair.
Get the recipe at Jo Cooks.
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Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Go on, add an extra dollop (or two) of sour cream. We're not judging.
Get the recipe at Five Boys Baker .
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Southern Stuffed Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Load these potatoes with black beans, toasted pecans, and lots of hot sauce and these babies will be ready for your Thanksgiving spread.
Get the recipe at Primavera Kitchen.
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Brown Butter Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Goat Cheese
Your Thanksgiving guests will love these bacon-loaded sweet potatoes with goat cheese, avocado cream, and brown butter.
Get the recipe at Cooking and Beer.
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Chicken Pot Pie Twice-Baked Potatoes
Made with chicken, carrots, and green beans, these hearty potatoes amount to an entire meal, which means less prep and cooking time! It's also the perfect recipe for Thanksgiving leftovers.
Get the recipe at Little Bits of Real Food.
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Spinach Parmesan Ranch Twice-Baked Potatoes
There are just three things you need to know about these twice-baked potatoes: spinach, parmesan cheese, and ranch. Enough said!
Get the recipe at From a Chef's Kitchen.
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Fiesta Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes
Add some world flavor to your Thanksgiving menu with these zesty twice-baked potatoes. Customize them by adding your favorite taco-toppings (think guacamole, salsa, sour cream), or you can keep it simple and serve them as is.
Get the recipe at Will Cook for Smiles.
