Loaded Tater Tot Appetizer Recipe

Tray of loaded tater tot appetizers topped with melted cheese, bacon bits, sour cream, and chopped green onions

Loaded Tater Tot Appetizer Recipe

Crispy tater tots are baked until golden, then topped with melted cheddar, bacon, green onions, and jalapeños for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve with sour cream for the ultimate loaded bite.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 bag frozen tater tots 32-ounce
2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 slice bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup green onions sliced
1/4 cup jalapeños diced, optional
1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
spatula
measuring cups

Method

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on the baking sheet and season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
Bake the tater tots for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the hot tater tots.
Return the pan to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, just until the cheese is melted.
Top with crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and jalapeños if using.
Serve immediately with sour cream on the side or drizzled over the top.

Notes

For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet and flip the tater tots halfway through baking. You can swap jalapeños for sliced pickles or leave them out for a milder appetizer.