Cheese Tots Recipe
Indulge in our irresistible Cheese Tots—crispy, golden bites of fluffy potato loaded with gooey, melted cheese. Perfectly seasoned and fried to a delightful crunch, these savory morsels are served piping hot and make for the ultimate comfort food snack. Dip them in our zesty ranch or tangy sriracha mayo for an extra burst of flavor that will keep you coming back for more!
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Ingredients
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Cheese Tots Ingredients
Method
Cheese Tots Directions
- 1
Prepare the Tater Tots
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- 2
Mix the Cheese Filling
While the tater tots are baking, in a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- 3
Assemble the Cheese Tots
Once the tater tots are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Using a small spoon, scoop out a little bit of the center of each tater tot to create space for the cheese mixture. Fill each tater tot with the cheese mixture.
- 4
Final Bake
Drizzle the filled tater tots with cooking oil. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 5
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy, crispy cheese tots!
