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Plate of loaded tater tots arranged with dipping sauce

Tasty Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers 3 Crisp Cheesy Zingy Bits


  • Author: RoniWilliams
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 810 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Tasty Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers are crispy, cheesy bite-sized nests of baked tater tots topped with melted cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, sour cream, and green onions—perfect party food.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cooked turkey bacon, finely chopped
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions, finely sliced
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
  2. Place 3–4 tater tots in each muffin cup. Bake for 10 minutes until softened.
  3. Remove from the oven and use the back of a small spoon to press the tater tots down, forming little nests.
  4. Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until golden and crispy.
  5. Sprinkle each tater tot cup with shredded cheddar cheese and turkey bacon bits. Bake for 3–5 more minutes, just until the cheese melts.
  6. Cool for a few minutes, then top each with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Assemble nests ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
  • Use a mini muffin tin for uniform nests and easy serving.
  • Leftovers reheat well in a hot oven for crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Tasty Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers, loaded tater tots, cheesy nests, turkey bacon tots, sour cream, green onions, party appetizers