Air fryer bacon wrapped Tater tots

Bacon wrapped tater tots in air fryer

Bacon wrapped tater tots are a popular appetizer or snack that combines the delicious flavors of crispy bacon and crispy tater tots into a single bite-sized treat.

They are typically made by wrapping a tater tot in a slice of bacon and then baking or frying them until the bacon is crispy and the tater tot is cooked through.

Air fryer Bacon wrapped tater tots are often served as an appetizer at parties, game day gatherings, or as a fun snack for kids. They are easy to prepare and can be customized to your liking by adding some cheese, maple glaze or brush sugar.

We love air fried bacon wrapped tater tots because

• It’s super easy to make and requires only a few ingredients and can be made quickly for a last-minute snack or appetizer, making them a great option for entertaining.
• Crispy bacon and crispy tater tots creates a delicious and savory flavor that is irresistible and so good! The saltiness of the bacon pairs perfectly with the potato flavor of the tater tots, making it a satisfying and addictive snack.
• Bacon wrapped tater tots are a fun and unique twist on traditional air fried tater tots. It’s a delicious bite sized snack that’s easy to share making it a crowd pleaser at any gathering.

Ingredients (with Substitutions)

• Frozen Tatar tots, tater puffs
• Bacon (thin cut bacon)
• Optional additions:
  • Savory: Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Sriracha sauce for some heat.
  • Sweet: Maple syrup, brown sugar, honey

How long to cook bacon wrapped tater tot bombs in air fryer

It will take any where from 12 to 15 mins at 400°F (200°) to cook these in an air fryer. That’s how long it took me to cook it in my Cosori air fryer without preheating.

However remember you can always adjust the time upwards or downwards depending on how crispy you want your bacon and if you preheat expect it to cook a bit faster so check on your food often.

How to make bacon wrapped tater tots in air fryer

This is an overview of the recipe with step by step photos. Scroll down to the end of this post for a printable recipe card with the amount of ingredients and full recipe instructions.

Cut each bacon strip / rasher into thirds. Then wrap each tater tot with a piece of the bacon. Next arrange the bacon wrapped tater tots in the air fryer basket or tray seam side down.

What to serve with air fried bacon wrapped tater tots

Bacon wrapped tater tots can be served as a tasty appetizer or snack on their own, but if you want to serve them as part of a larger meal, here are some suggestions for what to serve with them:

• Fresh green Salads can be a great complement to the salty and savory flavors of bacon wrapped tater tots. You can top off with some Parmesan cheese.
• Vegetables: Roasted or grilled vegetables like asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or green beans can be a great side dish to serve with air fryer bacon wrapped tater tots.
• Dips and Sauces: these pair well with a variety of dipping sauces. We love Ketchup, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing. Definitely use your favorite dipping sauce for this!
• Sliders: These can also be served with mini sliders or sandwiches as a main dish. You’ll love our crowd pleasing air fryer ham and cheese sliders! Drinks are not left out, juices and mocktails definitely complement these.

How to store and reheat

If you have leftovers let them cool completely. Place them in an airtight container or ziplock bag and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat, place bacon wrapped tater tots in the air fryer basket or tray and air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 3 to 5 mins or until heated through. You may need to add a couple more minutes if they were frozen.

Air frying Tips

• This was made in a non preheated air fryer. If you preheat your air fryer, it will likely cook a couple of minutes faster than indicated in this recipe.
• Bacon shrinks as it cooks so ensure you have this in mind when cutting the bacon. Use your discretion, if you think it won’t stay put, especially if you don’t have toothpicks, cut each rasher into 2 instead of 3 pieces
• Don't overcrowd the basket: Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket as it may affect the cooking time and result in unevenly cooked bacon wrapped tater tots. Cook them in batches if necessary.
• You can customize this Bacon wrapped deliciousness to your taste. From spice options to dipping sauce variations, there’s something for everyone.
• Flip halfway through cooking: Flip the bacon wrapped tater tots halfway through the cooking time to ensure that both sides are evenly cooked and crispy.
• You may need to adjust the cooking time depending on the size of your air fryer and the thickness of the bacon.

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