introduction
Loaded Tater Tots are a simple and tasty snack. They use frozen tater tots topped with cheese, bacon bits, sour cream, and green onions. You can make them fast and serve them warm. This is a good choice for a party, game night, or a quick side dish.
why make this recipe
This recipe is quick and easy. It needs few ingredients. Kids and adults like the crispy tots with melted cheese and bacon. You can make a lot fast for a group. It is a cheap and satisfying treat.
how to make Loaded Tater Tots
Follow the directions below. Use a baking sheet and an oven. Work in a few simple steps: bake the tots, add cheese and bacon, melt the cheese, then add sour cream and green onions. Serve right away while hot.
Ingredients :
Frozen tater tots, Cheddar cheese, Bacon bits, Sour cream, Green onions, Salt, Pepper
Directions :
- Preheat the oven according to the tater tots package instructions.
- Spread the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
- Return to the oven until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with sour cream and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
how to serve Loaded Tater Tots
Serve them hot on a large plate or tray. Let people scoop with small forks or toothpicks. Offer extra sour cream, ketchup, or ranch on the side. They go well with burgers, wings, or salad.
how to store Loaded Tater Tots
Cool the tots to room temperature. Put leftovers in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes to keep them crispy. Avoid the microwave if you want crispiness.
tips to make Loaded Tater Tots
- Spread tots in one layer so they cook evenly.
- Use sharp cheddar for better melt and flavor.
- Add salt and pepper lightly; bacon bits can be salty.
- Bake until very crisp if you like crunch.
- Warm the bacon bits a little in the oven with the tots so they stay hot.
variation (if any)
- Add jalapeños for heat.
- Use crumbled cooked sausage instead of bacon.
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella.
- Top with chopped tomatoes or sliced olives.
- Make a vegetarian version by skipping bacon and adding roasted veggies.
FAQs
Q: Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen tots?
A: Yes. Make small potato rounds or tots, par-bake them until firm, then follow the same topping steps.
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: You can bake the tots ahead and reheat before serving, but add cheese and sour cream just before serving for best taste.
Q: How do I keep them crispy after baking?
A: Serve right away. If you must hold them, keep them warm on a wire rack in a low oven (about 200°F / 95°C).
Q: Can I freeze Loaded Tater Tots?
A: Freeze only the plain baked tots. Add toppings after reheating. Freezing with toppings makes them soggy.
Q: Are there good dip choices?
A: Yes. Ranch, ketchup, barbecue sauce, or spicy mayo work well.
Conclusion
For more recipe ideas and step-by-step photos, try this Easy Loaded Tater Tots recipe: Easy Loaded Tater Tots | Everyday Family Cooking. If you like a nacho-style version, see this Forget-About-Nachos Loaded Tater Tots page: Forget-About-Nachos Loaded Tater Tots – About a Mom. For another take on totchos with tips and variations, read this Loaded Tater Tots Recipe (Totchos): Loaded Tater Tots Recipe (Totchos) – The Cookie Rookie®.
Loaded Tater Tots
Ingredients
- 24 ounces Frozen tater tots
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded Use sharp cheddar for better melt and flavor.
- 1/2 cup Bacon bits Warm the bacon bits in the oven with the tots to keep them hot.
- 1/2 cup Sour cream Offer extra on the side.
- 1/4 cup Green onions, chopped For garnish.
- to taste Salt Add lightly as bacon bits can be salty.
- to taste Pepper Add lightly for flavor.
Method
- Preheat the oven according to the tater tots package instructions.
- Spread the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bacon bits.
- Return to the oven until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with sour cream and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve warm on a large plate or tray, letting people scoop with small forks or toothpicks.
