Description
Take your love for tater tots to the next level with these Loaded Tater Tot Skewers! Imagine golden, crispy tater tots threaded on skewers, topped with melty cheddar cheese, savory bacon bits, and a sprinkle of fresh green onions. Serve them with sour cream for dipping, and you’ve got a fun, crowd-pleasing snack that’s perfect for parties, game days, or even as a delightful dinner side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- About 48 tater tots (frozen)
- ½ cup cheddar cheese (grated)
- ¼ cup real bacon bits
- 1–2 green onions (chopped)
- Sour cream (for dipping or topping)
Instructions
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Prepare the Tater Tots:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or according to the package instructions for the tater tots.
- Arrange the tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until they’re crispy and golden brown.
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Assemble the Skewers:
- Once the tater tots have cooled slightly, gently skewer 6–8 tater tots onto each wooden or metal skewer. Be careful not to break the tater tots.
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Add the Toppings:
- Place the skewered tater tots on an oven-safe tray.
- Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese generously over the tater tots.
- Add bacon bits evenly on top for a smoky flavor.
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Melt the Cheese:
- Return the tray to the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the tray from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions over the skewers.
- Serve immediately with sour cream on the side for dipping or a dollop on top for extra creaminess.
Notes
- Custom Toppings: Feel free to experiment with jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or crumbled sausage to make these skewers your own.
- Make Ahead: You can bake the tater tots in advance and reheat them with toppings when ready to serve.
- Air Fryer Option: For crispier tater tots, cook them in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American