Crispy Air Fryer Tater Tots Easy Recipe for Perfect Crunch Every Time
This recipe delivers perfectly crispy air fryer tater tots that are crunchy on the outside and tender inside, ready in under 20 minutes with minimal ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-13 minutes
- Total Time: 15-18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Frozen tater tots (about 12 ounces or 340 grams)
- Cooking oil spray (olive oil or avocado oil spray)
- Salt, to taste
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese and chopped chives for cheesy variation
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it warm up for 3-5 minutes.
- Place the frozen tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
- Lightly spray the tots with cooking oil spray.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. At the 5-minute mark, pause and shake the basket or use tongs to flip the tots for even cooking.
- Check if the tots are crispy and golden. If desired, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Remove tots from the air fryer and immediately sprinkle with salt and any optional seasonings. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
Preheat the air fryer for best results. Avoid overcrowding the basket to ensure even crispiness. Toss or flip the tots halfway through cooking. Season after cooking to prevent burning spices. For reheating, air fry at 375°F for 5 minutes to restore crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 ounces (85 g
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
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