Crispy Loaded Tater Tot Cups are bite-sized potato appetizers baked from frozen tater tots and filled with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, and fresh green onions. They're ready in under 30 minutes and require no special equipment.
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush a 12-cup muffin tin with some of the melted garlic butter.
Place 5-6 frozen tater tots into each muffin cup.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the tater tots are thawed and partially cooked.
Remove the tin from the oven. Use the bottom of a small glass to firmly press down on the tater tots in each cup, forming a cup shape with raised sides.
Brush the inside of the newly formed tater tot cups with more melted garlic butter.
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese into each cup.
Return the tin to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cups are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted.
While the cups are baking, cook the beef bacon in a skillet over medium heat. If desired, sprinkle with brown sugar for a candied effect. Cook until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble once cooled.
Carefully remove the finished tater tot cups from the muffin tin and arrange on a serving platter.
Top each cup with a dollop of sour cream, crumbled beef bacon, a little more shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy.
Store cooled baked cups in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat at 350°F for 5 minutes before topping and serving.
Yes. Bake the tater tot cups unfilled, cool completely, store in an airtight container for up to 2 days, then add cheese and toppings just before serving or reheating.
Let the baked cups cool for 5 minutes before handling. Use a spoon to gently press the center while baking to form the cup shape, and avoid overstuffing.
Yes. A standard muffin tin works well and helps hold the tater tot shape. Fill each cup directly in the muffin tin and bake the same way.
Turkey bacon, thick-cut smoked bacon, or crispy pancetta are good swaps. For vegetarian, use tempeh bacon or crispy fried onions instead.
They should be golden brown on the edges and the tops should feel firm to the touch, about 15–18 minutes depending on your oven.
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