Tater Tot Appetizer Cups
Tater Tot Appetizer Cups are a delightful and easy-to-make snack, perfect for parties or game days. These crispy potato cups are filled with melted cheese, savory Meat, and topped with sour cream and chives, offering a bite-sized twist on the classic loaded baked potato.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Of frozen tater tots (16-ounce)
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices Meat, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- Two tsp Of freshly chopped fresh chives or green onions
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease a tiny muffin tray with cooking spray.
Arrange Tater Tots:
- Place 3 to 4 frozen tater tots into each cup of the prepared muffin tin.
Initial Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to soften the tater tots.
Form Cups:
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven.
- Using the bottom of a shot glass or a similar tool, press down on the tater tots in each muffin cup to form a cup shape.
Crisp the Cups:
- Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the tater tot cups are golden brown and crispy.
Add Cheese:
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese into each tater tot cup.
Melt Cheese:
- Place the muffin tin back in the oven for about 3 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
Add Toppings:
- Carefully remove the tater tot cups from the muffin tin and place them on a serving platter.
- Top each cup with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of crumbled Meat, and a garnish of chopped chives or green onions.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the meet and consider adding sautéed vegetables or a meat substitute.
- Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking; options include diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or a drizzle of ranch dressing.
- To make ahead, prepare the tater tot cups through step 7, then reheat and add toppings just before serving.