Cheesy Ranch Tater Tots

Ranch seasoned tater tots with cheese and crispy bacon make an awesome easy appetizer or side dish that the whole family will devour!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword cheesy ranch tater tot recipe, cheesy tater tots recipe

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 25

Total Time 27

Servings servings

Calories 198kcal

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
Place tater tots in a single layer on a sheet pan.
1 16oz bag frozen tater tots
Cook tater tots according to package.
When the tots are done, sprinkle them with ranch seasoning.
2 tablespoons Ranch Seasoning Mix
Top with cheese.
1 cup Monterey Jack cheeses, 1 cup Cheddar cheese
Bake for an additional 8 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Sprinkle with cooked bacon and serve immediately.
6 slices cooked bacon

I highly recommend making your own seasoning blends, like this Ranch Seasoning Mix, but a store bought ranch seasoning packet will work also.

📖 Variations

For a spicier kick, use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar and Monterey Jack.
For an Italian version, use Italian Seasoning and mozzarella cheese, then sprinkle a little grated Parmesan over the top.
Substitute Taco Seasoning for the ranch seasoning.