Fun to eat and easy to make – these loaded tater tot skewers are the ultimate game day appetizer! Crispy tater tots are lined up on toothpicks, then topped with gooey cheese and crumbled bacon for finger food at its finest!

For many people one of the best things about game day is the food! If you’re having a football party, everyone expects lots and lots of tasty food, like pretzel pigs in a blanket, white queso dip, pepperoni crescent rolls, and cream cheese bacon crackers!

Why you’ll love this recipe:

Loaded tater tot skewers are the perfect tater tot recipe. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and topped with all the classic loaded potato toppings! If you love loaded potatoes or even loaded fries, you’re going to love these loaded tater tot skewers.

Bursting with flavor, they’re perfect for parties, potlucks, or any occasion. They’re sure to be a hit with everyone!

Ingredients you’ll need:

Tater tots
BBQ seasoning
Cheddar cheese- shredded
Bacon bits
Green onions- chopped

Loaded tater tot bites features the flavor of a loaded baked potato, food-on-a-stick style! Start with the convenience of frozen tater tots, then dress them up with some BBQ seasoning and all your favorite toppings.

Who doesn’t love tater tots?! Seriously… they’re so good! Well, now we are making them even better! These loaded tater tot kabobs make a great grab-and-go snack that everyone can enjoy. Hang onto this easy tater tot appetizer recipe for football Sunday, movie night, or casual gatherings with family and friends.

How to make the best loaded tater tot skewers:

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Add the tater tots to a baking sheet and seasoning with your favorite BBQ seasoning. Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, tossing halfway through.
Skewer two tater tots onto each toothpick, then return to the baking sheet and top with shredded cheese and bacon bits. Return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
Garnish with green onions before serving alongside ranch or sour cream for dipping!

Impress your guests with these simple yet delicious loaded tater tot skewers! Loaded tater tot skewers turn plain tater tots into crispy, bite-sized snacks topped with shredded cheese, bacon, and scallions. They’re a perfect game-day snack or party appetizer that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Loaded tater tot skewers are everything you want in a simple party snack – crispy, cheesy, bacon goodness all in one bite! Whether you’re hosting a football party, preparing for a potluck, or just need a quick snack, these little bites are guaranteed to disappear fast.

My top tips:

BBQ seasoning: Feel free to use your favorite BBQ seasoning on the tater tots! If you don’t have BBQ seasoning on hand, ranch seasoning would be a delicious substitute here.
BAKING: You can honestly cook your tater tots any way you want. I baked my tots in the oven, as directed on the package. But if you prefer the air fryer, go right ahead and air fry your tater tots until crispy and golden brown.
TOOTHPICKS: I like skewering my tater tots on toothpicks because it makes for the perfect bite-sized appetizer, but you can absolutely use larger skewers and make these full-sized loaded tater tot kabobs too!
SHREDDED CHEESE: I recommend shredding your own cheese rather than buying pre-shredded at the grocery store. Shredding the cheese yourself allows it to melt better compared to pre-shredded cheese that usually has added starch to prevent clumping.
BACON BITS: I like using store-bought bacon bits for ease and convenience, but you can also cook your own bacon until crispy, then chop it into tiny pieces if preferred. You’d need about 1 pound of bacon for this.

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