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Loaded Tater Tot Cups Recipe

Loaded Tater Tot Cups

These Loaded Tater Tot Cups are the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Crispy potato cups filled with cheese, bacon, and topped with sour cream and green onions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 48-60 pieces frozen tater tots 16-oz bag
  • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 pieces green onions sliced, green part only

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Shot Glass

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 450ºF. Spray muffin pan cups with cooking spray.
  2. For mini-sized muffin pan: Place 2-3 tots in each muffin cup. For regular sized muffin pan: Place 4-5 tots in each muffin cup.
  3. Place muffin pan on bottom rack of the oven and bake 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven.
  4. Spray bottom of shot glass or small juice glass with cooking spray.
  5. Leave a small gap between the glass and cupcake pan opening. Twist the glass or container until the edges of the potatoes are close to the top of the muffin tin opening to create a potato cup.
  6. Return to oven; bake additional 15 minutes or until deep golden brown.
  7. Add 1 tablespoon of cheese to each potato cup. Bake for 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Transfer to platter and let cool for 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish and top the loaded tater tot appetizer cups with sour cream, bacon, and green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

These appetizer cups are versatile; feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add jalapeños for a spicy kick. Ensure the tots are baked until crispy for the best texture.