Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots are a delicious and easy snack or side dish that everyone will love. With just three simple ingredients, these tasty potato tots are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They make for a great addition to any meal or a perfect treat for movie night!
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is great because it is quick, easy, and uses minimal ingredients. If you have frozen hash browns, cheese, and an egg, you can whip up a batch of these crispy tots in no time. Plus, baking them in the oven means they are healthier than deep-fried versions, giving you that satisfying crunch without all the extra oil.
How to Make Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly press excess moisture out of the thawed hash browns using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, and beaten egg. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture and shape them into cylinders. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the tots and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Let the tots rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
How to Serve Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots
These crispy potato tots can be served as a side dish, snack, or appetizer. They taste great with ketchup, ranch dressing, or even cheese sauce for dipping. You can also pair them with burgers, sandwiches, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
How to Store Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots
To store leftover potato tots, place them in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to enjoy, reheat them in the oven or an air fryer to restore their crispiness.
Tips to Make Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots
- Make sure to press out as much moisture as possible from the hash browns to ensure the tots turn out crispy.
- Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for added flavor.
- For extra crunch, you can sprinkle some breadcrumbs on top before baking.
Variation
If you want to spice things up, consider adding some chopped green onions, garlic powder, or even some cooked bacon bits to the mixture for more flavor.
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen hash browns?
Yes, you can grate fresh potatoes and follow the same steps, but be sure to remove excess moisture.
2. Can these tots be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can shape them and refrigerate them before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if they are cold.
3. What dipping sauces work best?
Ketchup, ranch dressing, and cheese sauce are all great options for dipping these tasty potato tots!
Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly press excess moisture out of the thawed hash browns using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, and beaten egg. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture and shape them into cylinders. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the tots and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Let the tots rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
