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A skillet of loaded tater tots topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, and sliced green onions.

Loaded Tater Tots Appetizer Recipe

Crispy tater tots are topped with melted cheddar, bacon, sour cream, green onions, and ranch for an easy crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them warm straight from the oven for the best texture and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper or foil
  • spatula
  • serving platter

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake according to the package directions until crispy and golden.
  3. Remove the tots from the oven and immediately sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  4. Return the baking sheet to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the cheese is melted.
  5. Transfer the loaded tater tots to a serving platter or keep them on the baking sheet for serving.
  6. Top with crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, dollops of sour cream, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispy tots, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. You can also add jalapeños or swap the cheddar for another melting cheese if desired.