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A colorful platter of crispy, golden Cheesy Bacon Tater Tot Cups topped with melted cheese and crispy bacon bits, arranged neatly on a rustic wooden surface with fresh herbs for garnish, steaming hot and inviting, with a creamy, cheesy interior visible, styled for a casual, homely presentation.

Cheesy Bacon Tater Tot Cups for Game Day

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A savory, cheesy bite-sized appetizer filled with crispy tater tots, melted cheese, and bacon bits, perfect for game day.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cups

Ingredients

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  • 24 oz frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin.
  2. Press a few tater tots into the bottom and sides of each muffin cup to form a cup shape.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
  4. Remove from oven, sprinkle cheese and bacon over each cup.
  5. Bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and bacon is crisp.
  6. Garnish with green onions and serve warm with sour cream.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or paprika.
  • You can prepare the cups a day ahead and reheat before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free optional

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg
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