Description
These Loaded Bacon Ranch Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Bombs are a delicious twist on classic comfort food, combining crispy tater tots with savory bacon, cheese, and ranch flavors.
Ingredients
2 cups frozen tater tots
1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Instructions
1. 1. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. 2. Fold in the chopped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
3. 3. Take a tater tot and flatten it slightly in your hand.
4. 4. Place a spoonful of the bacon and cheese mixture in the center of the flattened tater tot.
5. 5. Carefully fold the tater tot around the filling and shape it into a ball.
6. 6. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
7. 7. Fry the tater tot bombs in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
8. 8. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
9. 9. Serve hot with extra ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add diced jalapeños or green onions to the filling.
These can also be baked in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes if you prefer a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bombs
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: tater tots, bacon, cheeseburger, ranch, appetizer