Best 4 Cheesy Loaded Tater Tots Recipes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our delectable Cheesy Loaded Tater Tots! These crispy, golden-brown tater tots are packed with a flavorful blend of melted cheese, savory bacon, and a touch of green onions, creating a delightful symphony of flavors in every bite. Served with a variety of tantalizing dipping sauces, including a zesty ranch dressing, creamy sour cream, and a spicy sriracha mayo, these loaded tater tots cater to every taste preference. Whether you're hosting a game day gathering, a cozy family dinner, or simply craving a satisfying snack, our Cheesy Loaded Tater Tots are sure to be a hit. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!
Additional Recipes Included:
1. **Air Fryer Tater Tots**: Discover the magic of crispy, golden-brown tater tots made in the convenience of your air fryer. This healthier alternative to traditional deep-frying yields perfect results with minimal effort.
2. **Baked Tater Tots**: Experience the classic taste of tater tots, made with simple pantry staples and baked to perfection in your oven. These crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside tater tots are a nostalgic treat that the whole family will love.
3. **Sweet Potato Tater Tots**: For a healthier twist on the classic tater tot, try this recipe using nutritious sweet potatoes. These sweet and savory tater tots are packed with vitamins and minerals, making them a guilt-free indulgence.
LOADED CHEESY TATER TOTS
These Loaded Cheesy Tater Tots are hot, gooey morsels of goodness. Every single bite will crunch in your teeth and melt in your mouth all at the same time.
Provided by Corey Valley
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook tater tots according to directions on package. Meanwhile, mix together ranch dressing and sour cream. Set aside.
- Removed tots from oven, but keep oven on. Sprinkle with shredded cheeses, and bacon. Place back in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- NOTE: You can either keep them on the baking sheet, or place tots in an oven proof pan. If you keep them on the baking sheet, you will be doing a single layer. But if you put them in a pan (as shown in the picture) you will want to do 2 layers. 1/2 of the tots, bacon and cheese, then the other 1/2 of bacon and cheese.
- Once cheese has melted, remove from the oven, drizzle with the ranch/sour cream mixture, and serve right away.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 801 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LOADED TATER TOTS®
Brought this to a football-watching party, and it was a great crowd-pleaser.
Provided by Tyson
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Arrange potato nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop coarsely.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add shallot and cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook until light golden, about 2 minutes. Whisk in milk and 2 tablespoons sour cream; stir until smooth and thick, about 5 minutes. Season with black pepper and nutmeg. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Transfer potatoes to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle bacon on top. Pour cheese sauce over the potatoes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven just until cheese melts, about 7 minutes. Remove from the oven; top with green onions and 2 tablespoons sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 489 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
CHEESY BACON TATER TOTS®
These delicious tots are great as a side dish or as a game day appetizer. The potatoes crisp in bacon grease before being baked with Cheddar cheese for an easy bacony, cheesy treat.
Provided by fabeveryday
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Cook bacon in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until crispy on both sides, about 10 minutes. Place on a paper towel-lined plate and set aside, keeping the bacon grease in the skillet.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add potato nuggets to the skillet. Season with garlic salt and toss until evenly coated. Cook until the outsides are crisp, about 10 minutes, turning carefully with a spatula once or twice. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Carefully remove 1/2 of the potato nuggets from the skillet and spread out remaining nuggets in a single layer. Top with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese. Place remaining nuggets on top of the cheese and top with remaining cheese.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until nuggets are warmed through and the cheese is melted and starts to turn golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- While the nuggets are baking, crumble the cooked bacon. Remove the skillet from the oven and top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 905.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CRISPY CHEESY NACHO TOTS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bake the Tater Tots® until very crispy, following the package directions.
- Meanwhile, combine the half-and-half, 1 cup of the cheese, and the cornstarch in a small saucepan. Whisking constantly, cook over medium heat until melted and smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the pico de gallo.
- When the Tater Tots are done, transfer them an 8-inch cast-iron skillet. Preheat the broiler to high. Spoon the cheese sauce over the tots and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Broil until the cheese is bubbling and melted, about 1 minute. Top with the cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.
Tips:
- Use frozen tater tots: Frozen tater tots are the key to this recipe, as they cook evenly and quickly in the air fryer. If you don't have frozen tater tots, you can make your own by grating potatoes and forming them into small balls.
- Make sure the tater tots are evenly coated in oil: This will help them crisp up and brown in the air fryer. You can use cooking spray or a brush to coat the tater tots in oil.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer: If you overcrowd the air fryer, the tater tots will not cook evenly. Cook the tater tots in batches if necessary.
- Season the tater tots to your liking: You can add any seasonings you like to the tater tots before cooking them. Some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Serve the tater tots immediately: Cheesy loaded tater tots are best served hot and fresh out of the air fryer. You can garnish them with additional cheese, sour cream, or chives.
Conclusion:
Cheesy loaded tater tots are a quick and easy appetizer or side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes in the air fryer, you can have a delicious and satisfying snack that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give cheesy loaded tater tots a try!
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