Bacon-Wrapped Tater Tots

Can you make bacon-wrapped Tater Tots ahead of time?

These tater tots are the perfect make-ahead appetizer for any party or family meal! Simply complete all the steps prior to baking, and refrigerate them in a container for up to 2 to 3 days. When ready to cook, simply preheat the oven to 400°F, and bake them for the recommended amount of time.

How else can you cook bacon-wrapped Tater Tots?

If you don’t want to wait for your oven to preheat, these bacon-wrapped Tater Tots can easily be popped into an air fryer and cooked until golden brown and delicious. You can air fry Tater Tots at 350° for 14 to 16 minutes—or until bacon reaches your desired crispness—and the Tater Tots are cooked through. Depending on your air fryer, you may need to adjust the cooking time by 1 to 2 minutes.

What else can you wrap in bacon?

If you can't get enough bacon-wrapped recipes, there are plenty of other appetizers you can make. Bacon-wrapped water chestnuts, bacon-wrapped apricot bites, and bacon-wrapped smoked sausage links are just a few delicious ideas.

—Ellie Crowley, Taste of Home Culinary Assistant