Description
Bacon Wrapped Tater Tot Bombs are a delicious appetizer featuring crispy tater tots stuffed with sharp cheddar cheese, wrapped in smoky bacon, and coated with a sweet brown sugar glaze. Baked to perfection until golden and caramelized, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you want a savory and sweet snack that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen tater tots (at room temperature)
- 4 slices bacon, quartered
- 1 ounce sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch squares
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Stuff the Tater Tots: Working one at a time on a flat surface, take each tater tot and gently cut a slit down the center. Insert a square of sharp cheddar cheese into the opening of each tater tot.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each stuffed tater tot with a quarter slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary to hold the bacon in place while cooking. Repeat this for all tater tots.
- Coat with Brown Sugar: Dredge each bacon-wrapped tater tot in the packed brown sugar, pressing gently so the sugar adheres well to the bacon’s surface, adding a sweet caramelized crust when baked.
- Bake to Crispiness: Place the tater tots seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, using metal tongs to carefully turn them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning and crispiness on all sides.
- Serve and Garnish: Once fully cooked and caramelized, remove the tater tot bombs from the oven and serve immediately, optionally garnished with chopped fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, allow the tater tots to come to room temperature before assembling to ensure even cooking.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a perfect melt and flavorful bite, but you can experiment with other cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for variation.
- Be careful when flipping the bacon-wrapped tots during baking to keep the bacon securely wrapped.
- These bombs are best served hot and fresh out of the oven for maximum crispiness.
- Adjust the brown sugar amount to your taste if you prefer a less sweet coating.
