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Loaded Cheese & Bacon Tater Tots

Crispy tater tots loaded with melted cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh toppings for the ultimate comfort food snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Tater Tot Base
  • 32 oz frozen tater tots
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 3 green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss frozen tater tots with olive oil and seasonings.
  3. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella over hot tots.
  5. Return to oven for 5–7 minutes until cheese melts.
  6. Top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, bake tots on a wire rack and serve immediately after adding toppings.