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A close-up of crispy golden tater tot cups filled with melted cheese and topped with crumbled bacon, garnished with chopped green onions, arranged on a rustic wooden platter with a napkin beneath, colorful background with a hint of green herbs and a small bowl of dipping sauce

Cheesy Bacon Tater Tot Cups for Game Day

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These cheesy bacon tater tot cups are a delicious and easy appetizer, combining crispy tater tots with melted cheese and savory bacon bits, perfect for parties and game days.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cups

Ingredients

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  • 1 (32 oz) bag of frozen tater tots
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin.
  2. Arrange frozen tater tots into the muffin cups, pressing down slightly.
  3. Sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon over the tots.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Remove from oven, top with chopped green onions, and serve with optional sour cream.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, mix some herbs into the cheese before topping.
  • Make ahead by preparing the cups and storing before baking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian (without bacon)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 210 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg