5 from 9 votes
The Best Homemade Tater Tots
Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly flavorful, these baked homemade tater tots are a healthier twist on a classic favorite!
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings:
24
Calories:
39 kcal
Course:
Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 1/2 pounds russet potato peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 3/4 teaspoon salt plus more for finishing, sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or onion powder
- 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1 ounce cheddar cheese grated, sharp, white
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons chive finely chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425℉. Brush a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and set aside.
- Place the potato chunks into a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a microwave-safe plate, and microwave on high for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Let them cool for a couple of minutes.
- Transfer the cooked potatoes to a food processor. Pulse a few times until the potatoes are broken down but not mashed, as they need to keep some structure.
- Transfer the potato mixture to a large bowl. Add in the sea salt, garlic powder, arrowroot powder, grated white cheddar cheese, and the black pepper. Mix well.
- Using clean hands, shape the potato mixture into small cylinders, roughly 1 inch long and 1/2 inch thick. If the mixture sticks to your hands, dip your fingers in a bowl of cold water.
- Arrange the tater tots on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure to leave space between each tot and brush the tops with the remaining olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Don’t forget to turn the tots halfway through the baking time.
- Remove from the oven and, while still hot, sprinkle with a little more sea salt. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with the chopped chives and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
39kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
1mg
(0%)
Sodium
82mg
(3%)
Potassium
121mg
(3%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Vitamin A
23IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
13mg
(1%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 39
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 39kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 82mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.