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Tasty Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers

Tasty Loaded Tater Tot Appetizers

Crispy, golden tater tots piled high with creamy cheese sauce and your favorite toppings. A quick, easy, and completely customizable crowd-pleaser perfect for game night or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tater Tots
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots 32-ounce
Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup corn kernels

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven according to tater tot package directions (usually around 400°F or 200°C).
  2. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake according to package directions, or until golden brown and crispy.
  4. While the tater tots are baking, prepare the cheese sauce. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  5. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
  7. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  8. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Once the tater tots are baked, remove them from the oven.
  10. Transfer the tater tots to a serving platter or individual plates.
  11. Drizzle generously with cheese sauce.
  12. Top with your favorite toppings.
  13. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Start with high-quality frozen tater tots and bake them until golden brown and exceptionally crispy. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to ensure even cooking and maximum crispiness. For the cheese sauce, use good quality cheddar cheese and melt it over low heat to prevent scorching. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor profile. Prepare all your toppings in advance to make assembly a breeze. For serving, consider creating a tater tot bar with different topping options so everyone can customize their own.