Crispy Air Fryer Tater Tots Recipe

Marco Bianchi

Satisfy your craving for crispy, golden tater tots with this easy air fryer recipe. Whether you're serving them as a side dish, a snack, or a fun addition to your favorite recipes, these air-fried tater tots are sure to be a hit with the whole family. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can enjoy perfectly crispy tater tots in no time. Follow this recipe to achieve that irresistible crunch without the need for deep frying.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Course Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 4 People

Ingredients

1 16-ounce package of frozen tater tots (such as Alexia Tater Tots)
Cooking spray or oil optional
Salt to taste
Ketchup or dipping sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Preheat the Air Fryer:

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.

Arrange the Tater Tots:

Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. It's okay if they are touching, but try not to overcrowd the basket.

Air Fry the Tater Tots:

Cook the tater tots in the preheated air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crispiness. If desired, spray the tater tots lightly with cooking spray or toss them in a small amount of oil before cooking to help them crisp up.

Check for Doneness:

Once the cooking time is up, check the tater tots for doneness. They should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a fluffy interior.

Season and Serve:

Carefully remove the crispy tater tots from the air fryer basket and transfer them to a serving dish.
Season the tater tots with salt to taste, if desired.
Serve the air-fried tater tots hot, accompanied by ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.

Notes

Tips:

Cooking Time: Adjust the cooking time based on the size and thickness of your tater tots, as well as your desired level of crispiness. Keep an eye on them towards the end of the cooking time to prevent burning.
Even Cooking: Make sure to spread the tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy on all sides.
Variations: Feel free to customize your tater tots with additional seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, for extra flavor.

Enjoy Your Crispy Tater Tots!

With their crispy exterior and fluffy interior, these air-fried tater tots are sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether served as a side dish, a snack, or a fun addition to your favorite recipes, they're guaranteed to disappear quickly. So fire up your air fryer and get ready to enjoy the irresistible crunch of homemade crispy tater tots!

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