Description
Loaded Totchos are a delicious and indulgent snack featuring crispy baked tater tots topped with melted Colby-Jack cheese, crispy bacon, fresh green onions, and a spicy fry sauce. Perfect for sharing, these totchos combine savory, cheesy, and spicy flavors into a crowd-pleasing appetizer or comfort food dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Tater Tots
- 1 bag (28 ounces) frozen tater tots
Bacon and Cheese Toppings
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 cups freshly shredded Colby-Jack cheese
- Sliced green onion, to taste
Spicy Fry Sauce
- 1 cup fry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Tater Tots: Bake or air-fry the frozen tater tots according to the package instructions until they are golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, spread them out evenly on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
- Prepare the Bacon: While the tots are cooking, fry the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until they are crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Add Cheese and Bacon Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded Colby-Jack cheese evenly over the hot tater tots, followed by scattering the chopped crispy bacon on top. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
- Make the Spicy Fry Sauce: Meanwhile, stir the cayenne pepper into the fry sauce, starting with a small amount and adjusting to your preferred spice level.
- Garnish and Serve: After removing the loaded totchos from the oven, sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top. Serve immediately with the spicy fry sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling. Enjoy your loaded totchos hot for the best experience.
Notes
- For extra crispness, spread the tater tots in a single layer without overcrowding during baking or air frying.
- You can substitute Colby-Jack cheese with cheddar or a cheese blend of your choice.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity based on your spice tolerance or omit for a milder version.
- Homemade fry sauce typically combines ketchup, mayonnaise, and a splash of pickle juice or vinegar for tang and creaminess.
- To make this dish vegetarian, omit the bacon or substitute with a plant-based bacon alternative.
