How to Make Cheesy Tots - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of comfort food and cheesy snacks, then you're in for a treat with this delicious recipe for Cheesy Tots. These crispy, golden nuggets of cheesy goodness are the perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a game day party, looking for a fun after-school snack for the kids, or just craving something indulgent and tasty, these Cheesy Tots are sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled
  • 3 ounces grated Cheddar cheese
  • 3 ounces grated Fontina cheese
  • 1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 48 tots

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add whole potatoes; boil until just soft but not mushy, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Shred potatoes in a food processor. Transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool.
  • Mix Cheddar cheese, Fontina cheese, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper into potatoes until well combined. Shape 2-tablespoon portions of potato mixture into thick, disk shapes.
  • Heat 2 inches oil in a heavy skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • While the oil is heating, pour flour into a bowl. Whisk eggs together in a separate bowl. Pour panko into a third bowl. Roll each potato disk in flour, coat with egg, then roll in panko to coat.
  • Fry tots in batches until crispy and golden, about 4 minutes. Cool on a paper towel-lined tray, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Nutrition

    543 cal.

    • Total Fat: 44g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 114mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 444mg