Description
Crispy baked tater tots topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions, finished with a dollop of sour cream. This loaded tater tots recipe is an irresistible snack or party appetizer that combines crunchy, cheesy, and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500g frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven temperature according to the instructions on the tater tots package, typically around 425°F (220°C), to ensure the tots bake evenly and become crispy.
- Bake the tater tots: Spread the frozen tater tots evenly on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake them for about 20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Add cheese and bacon: Remove the tots from the oven and immediately sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon evenly over the hot tots so the cheese begins to melt.
- Melt the cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese to fully melt and meld with the crispy tots and bacon.
- Garnish and serve: Once out of the oven, top the loaded tots with dollops of sour cream and sprinkle the chopped green onions on top. Add salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect combination of textures.
Notes
- Add sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve immediately to maintain the tots’ crispiness and avoid sogginess.
- Use gluten-free labeled tater tots and bacon to keep the dish gluten-free.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add diced bell peppers or mushrooms instead.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack / Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
