Loaded Tater Tots are the ultimate comfort food! Crispy tater tots topped with delicious ingredients like cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions—perfect for a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Here’s how to make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the Tater Tots:
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the package of tater tots (usually around 400°F/200°C).
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for the recommended time (usually 20-25 minutes) or until they are golden brown and crispy. You can also air-fry them for an even crispier result, following the air fryer guidelines for frozen tater tots.
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Prepare the Toppings:
- While the tater tots are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon, drain on paper towels, and crumble it into small pieces.
- Chop the green onions and set them aside.
- If you like a bit of extra flavor, you can mix some garlic powder into the sour cream.
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Assemble the Loaded Tater Tots:
- Once the tater tots are crispy and cooked, remove them from the oven.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the hot tater tots. You can return them to the oven for another 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese or just let the residual heat melt it.
- Once the cheese is melted, top with crumbled bacon, a dollop of sour cream, and chopped green onions.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings you like (like garlic powder or paprika).
- Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
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Serve:
- Serve your Loaded Tater Tots immediately while they’re warm and gooey! They’re perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish with a burger or grilled meats.
Tips:
- Make them Spicy: Add some chopped jalapeños or drizzle with hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Other Toppings: You can top with guacamole, chili, or even sautéed onions or peppers for extra flavor.
- Veggie Version: For a vegetarian version, leave out the bacon and load up with extra veggies like mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives.
These Loaded Tater Tots are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! Enjoy!