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Tater Tot Appetizer Cups Recipe

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These Tater Tot Appetizer Cups are a delicious and fun party snack, featuring crispy baked tater tots formed into cups and filled with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions. Topped with sour cream and ranch dressing, they make a perfect savory bite for any gathering.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 2 cup frozen tater tots

Filling

  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to prepare for baking the tater tot cups.
  2. Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  3. Form Tater Tot Base: Place 2 frozen tater tots into each muffin cup, gently pressing them down to create a solid base for the cups.
  4. Bake Tater Tots: Bake for 15–20 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, forming a sturdy cup shape.
  5. Create Cup Shape: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and use a spoon to gently press down the center of each tater tot stack, molding them into cup shapes.
  6. Add Filling: Fill each tater tot cup with shredded cheese, crumbled cooked bacon, and chopped green onions.
  7. Melt Cheese: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Finish and Serve: Let the appetizer cups cool slightly. Top each with a dollop of sour cream and drizzle ranch dressing over them. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can use different types of cheese like cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend to customize the flavor.
  • For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or replace it with sautéed mushrooms or plant-based bacon.
  • These appetizer cups are best served warm to enjoy the melted cheese and crispy texture.
  • Make sure to press the tater tots gently after the initial bake to avoid breaking the cup shape.
  • Feel free to add other toppings such as diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or olives for variety.

Keywords: tater tot cups, appetizer, party snack, baked tater tots, cheesy bacon cups

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