Description
Crispy and cheesy homemade air fryer tater tots made from shredded russet potatoes mixed with sharp cheddar cheese and baked to perfection in an air fryer for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes, washed
Cheese Mixture
- 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a pot of cold salted water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until a fork can pierce them but they remain firm. Drain and allow to cool for about 15 minutes until cool to the touch.
- Grate Potatoes: Once cooled, grate the potatoes using a grater and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the grated sharp cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and black pepper to the grated potatoes. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
- Shape Tater Tots: Lay out a large sheet of parchment paper. Scoop 1 tablespoon portions of the mixture and shape each into a cylindrical tater tot. Place each formed tot onto the parchment paper. Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F and lightly spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry Tots: Place the tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Spray the tops lightly with oil. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: After 10 minutes, carefully flip each tater tot, spray with oil again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the tater tots from the air fryer and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Make sure the potatoes are cooled completely before grating to prevent mushiness.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for best flavor and melting properties.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Work in batches when air frying to avoid overcrowding and ensure crispiness.
- Use cooking spray or a light drizzle of oil to enhance browning and prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tater tots
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
