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Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers

Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers You'll Crave at Every Gathering

Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers are customizable treats perfect for gatherings, with crispy outsides and gooey cheese inside.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 appetizers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tater Cups
  • 30 pieces Frozen Tater Tots Feel free to use sweet potato tots for a twist.
  • 1 can Nonstick Cooking Spray Ensures your tots slide right out of the muffin pan.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider pepper jack for a spicy kick.
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon Swap for turkey bacon or vegetarian crumbles if desired.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Any other creamy dressing works well as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Green Onions Optional but enhances presentation and taste.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential for elevating overall flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mini Muffin Pan
  • Spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and coat a mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Place three frozen tater tots in each muffin cup close together for optimal structure and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
  3. Using the back of a spoon, press down on the tater tots to create cup shapes, then return to the oven for an additional 10–12 minutes.
  4. Remove from the oven and top each cup with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Bake for another 3–5 minutes until melted.
  5. Allow to cool for about 2 minutes in the pan, then gently remove each cup with a spoon.
  6. Garnish with sour cream or Greek yogurt and chopped green onions before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1appetizerCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These appetizers can be customized with various toppings and are best served fresh for that perfect crispy experience.

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