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Insane Loaded Tater Tot Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tater tot cups 1x

Description

These Insane Loaded Tater Tot Cups are crispy, cheesy, and packed with savory bacon and fresh green onions. Perfect as a delicious appetizer or party snack, these tater tot cups are easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and bake to golden brown perfection. Customize them with optional add-ins like hot sauce or shredded chicken for an extra kick.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 36 frozen tater tots (about 3 per cup)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or oil (for greasing the muffin tin)

Optional Add-Ins

  • Hot sauce
  • Ranch dressing
  • Chopped jalapeños
  • Diced bell peppers
  • Shredded chicken

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Place tater tots in muffin cups: Place three frozen tater tots into each muffin cup. This initial placement sets the base for the tater tot cups.
  3. Initial bake to soften tots: Bake the tater tots for 10 minutes. This softens them slightly and prepares them for shaping.
  4. Shape the tater tot cups: Use a spoon or a small glass to press the tots down firmly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup to form a cup shape. This creates the perfect vessel for the fillings.
  5. Bake until crisp: Return the shaped tater tot cups to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  6. Add cheese and bacon: Remove the cups from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon evenly into each cup.
  7. Melt the cheese: Bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly.
  8. Finish and serve: Let the tater tot cups cool for a few minutes. Top each with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add optional ingredients such as hot sauce, ranch dressing, chopped jalapeños, diced bell peppers, or shredded chicken before baking the cheese and bacon layer.
  • Make sure to press the tots firmly to form a sturdy cup that holds the fillings well.
  • These cups can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
  • Use non-stick cooking spray or oil generously to prevent the tots from sticking to the muffin tin.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: tater tot cups, loaded tater tots, appetizer recipe, baked tater tots, bacon cheddar cups, party snacks

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