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Oven Baked 4-Ingredient Beef Tater Tot Bites

A tasty and easy snack combining crispy tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag (32 ounces) frozen tater tots
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can use pepper jack for a spicy kick.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until hot and beginning to turn crisp and golden.
Cooking
  1. While the tots bake, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until fully browned. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the meat is evenly coated and fragrant.
  3. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and top each tater tot, or the surface of the tots overall, with spoonfuls of the seasoned beef.
  4. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  5. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bites are hot and crisp.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch, make sure the tater tots are spread out in a single layer on the baking sheet without crowding them. Customize with additional toppings like diced tomatoes or jalapeños. Keep an eye on the cheese to prevent it from burning.