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Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers Recipe

Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers

These Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers are golden, cheesy bites of comfort — crispy tater tots topped with gooey cheddar, smoky bacon, sour cream, and green onions. Perfect for parties, football nights, or any casual gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 30 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • to taste salt & pepper

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • oven
  • mixing bowl (optional for toppings)
  • serving platter or tray

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Spread tater tots evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. Remove the tots and immediately sprinkle shredded cheese and chopped bacon over the top while still hot.
  4. Return the tray to the oven for another 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Top each tot with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of green onions.
  6. Serve warm on a platter. Use toothpicks or mini cups for easy handling.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Serve in mini cups or with toothpicks for easy party handling. Add jalapeños for heat or switch to Greek yogurt for a lighter topping. Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture. Avoid microwave to keep tots crisp.

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