beef bacon and Cheese-Stuffed Tater Tots

beef baconcheese-stuffed tater tots are the ultimate comfort food, combining the crispy, golden exterior of tater tots with a rich, gooey filling of cheddar cheese.
savory beef bacon, and a hint of freshness from green onions. These stuffed tots are perfect for a party, as a snack, or even as a delicious appetizer for any gathering.
Their bite-sized nature makes them easy to serve, and they’re sure to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
1 pound frozen tater tots – The base of this recipe, baked or fried to crispy perfection.
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a cheese blend) – For a gooey, melty center.
4 strips cooked beef beef bacon, crumbled – Adds smoky, savory flavor.
2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped (optional) – For a pop of freshness.
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour – Helps bind the filling.
Oil for frying (if not baking) – Optional for achieving extra-crispy tots.
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to the temperature indicated on the tater tot package, usually around 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that your tater tots cook evenly and get crispy on the outside.
While the oven is heating, cook your beef beef strips in a pan until they’re crispy. Once done, thebeef o small crumbles, making sure they’re bite-sized for easy stuffing.
Next, prepare the filling. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the crumbled beef bacon, shredded cheese, finely chopped green onions (if using), and all-purpose flour.
The flour helps the filling stick together and holds its shape when stuffed into the tots. Mix the ingredients well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Once your filling is ready, it’s time to prepare the tater tots. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut a small slit down the center of each frozen tater tot, making sure not to slice all the way through.
The goal is to create a small pocket to hold the filling, so you can stuff it with the cheesybeef bacon mixture.
Now, take small spoonfuls of thebeef bacon and cheese mixture and carefully stuff each tater tot, pressing gently to ensure the filling is packed inside. Be cautious not to overstuff, as this can cause the filling to spill out during cooking.
Place the stuffed tater tots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each one to allow for even cooking.