Bacon-wrapped tater tots are basically crispy, salty bite-sized snacks where Bacon wraps around crunchy Tater tots and gets baked until everything turns golden and crisp. They’re simple, but the key is getting the bacon crispy without undercooking the tots.
Bacon-Wrapped Tater Tots (oven method)
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 10–15 slices bacon (cut in halves or thirds)
- Toothpicks (optional, but helpful)
- Black pepper or smoked paprika (optional)
- Brown sugar or maple syrup (optional for sweet-savory version)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top if you have one (helps crisp the bacon).
- Pre-cook tater tots (optional but better): Bake tater tots for about 10–15 minutes first so they’re hot and starting to crisp.
- Wrap: Take a warm tater tot and wrap a piece of bacon around it. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange on tray: Place seam-side down on the rack or tray, leaving space between each piece.
- Season: Sprinkle lightly with pepper or paprika. If using brown sugar, dust very lightly on top.
- Bake: Cook for 20–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until bacon is crisp and browned.
- Optional glaze: Brush with a little maple syrup in the last 5 minutes for a sticky finish.
- Serve hot: Let cool 5 minutes before eating (they hold heat inside).
Quick tips
- Thinner bacon works better—it crisps faster.
- If bacon isn’t crisping, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end (watch closely).
- Air fryer also works great (about 380°F for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway).
If you want, I can also give you spicy jalapeño or cheese-stuffed versions.