Smashed Tater Tots
A simple and delicious recipe that transforms frozen tater tots into a crispy, golden-brown side dish, perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper For easy cleanup
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Glass Or bottom of a measuring cup, or clean hands for smashing
- Oven
- Toaster oven For reheating
- Air Fryer Optional
Ingredients
Hauptzutaten
- 1 pound frozen tater tots Any brand
Flavor Infusion
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Garnishes
- sour cream For serving
- chives Finely chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread frozen tater tots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd.1 pound frozen tater tots
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.1 pound frozen tater tots
- Pour the butter mixture evenly over the tater tots.1 pound frozen tater tots
- Gently smash each tater tot with a glass, the bottom of a measuring cup, or your hands to a flattened, rustic shape.1 pound frozen tater tots
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with sour cream and chives.1 pound frozen tater tots
Notes
For reheating, use a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes until crispy again. Can also be air fried at 390°F (195°C) for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway.