Cheesy Bacon Loaded Tater Tots
This Cheesy Bacon Loaded Tater Tots recipe is a side dish made with crispy tater tots, bacon, creamy queso, and assembled with a little ranch and fresh scallions. It is a warm, cheesy, and satisfying dish that’s great as a snack, side, or even a main course for a casual meal.
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This recipe is simple, and you can get everything ready in under an hour. Kids love it, and adults enjoy it too. It’s also easy to adjust the toppings if you want to make it your own.
If you’re serving loaded tater tots as part of a meal, they pair wonderfully with sandwiches like my Classic Tuna Melt or a Homestyle Chicken & Bacon Stack.
How to Make Cheesy Bacon Loader Tater Tots
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Adjust according to your tater tot package instructions if needed.
2. Prepare the Tater Tots and Bacon: Spread tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake about 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
3. Place bacon slices on another baking sheet. Bake until crisp, about 15-20 minutes, checking around 12 minutes. Chop once slightly cooled.
4. While baking, slice the scallions and warm the queso until pourable.
5. Transfer tots to a serving dish. Drizzle queso over them, sprinkle chopped bacon, drizzle ranch dressing, and top with scallions.
6. Add a light sprinkle of salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- Spread tater tots in a single layer for even baking. Crowding the pan can make them less crispy.
- Keep an eye on the bacon while baking. Oven times may vary, and you don’t want it to burn.
- Warm queso until pourable but not boiling. You can also use your favorite cheese sauce as a substitute.
- Serve immediately while the tots are warm and crispy. Leftovers can be reheated, but they may lose some crispiness.
- You can change or add toppings like jalapeños, shredded cheese, or diced tomatoes to customize the recipe.
Cheesy Bacon Loaded Tater Tots
Ingredients
- 1 package of frozen tater tots about 32 oz
- 8 slices of bacon chopped
- 1 cup queso
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 scallions thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Adjust according to your tater tot package instructions if needed.
- Prepare the Tater Tots and Bacon: Spread tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake about 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Place bacon slices on another baking sheet. Bake until crisp, about 15-20 minutes, checking around 12 minutes. Chop once slightly cooled.
- While baking, slice the scallions and warm the queso until pourable.
- Transfer tots to a serving dish. Drizzle queso over them, sprinkle chopped bacon, drizzle ranch dressing, and top with scallions.
- Add a light sprinkle of salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
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