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Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crispy Potato Tots

Delicious and easy potato tots made with just three ingredients, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect as a snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed Ensure thawed and excess moisture is pressed out.
  • 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with other cheese for variations.
  • 1 large egg, beaten For binding the mixture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly press excess moisture out of the thawed hash browns using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, and beaten egg. Stir until evenly mixed.
  4. Scoop small portions of the mixture and shape them into cylinders. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the tots and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
  2. Let the tots rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Make sure to press out as much moisture as possible from the hash browns for crispy tots. Experiment with different cheeses for added flavor. For extra crunch, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.