Description
Loaded Smashed Tater Tots are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for game days or casual gatherings. These crispy tater tots are smashed and topped with gooey cheddar cheese, savory bacon bits, fresh green onions, and a rich drizzle of ranch dressing. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor, making it an irresistible snack that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a deliciously fun dish that will have your guests coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread frozen tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake according to package instructions until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Gently smash each tot with a fork or potato masher.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits over each smashed tot. Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and top with chopped green onions and drizzle ranch dressing before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 loaded tater tots (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg