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The Joy of Tater Tot Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Melanie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy a fun and delicious twist on pizza with The Joy of Tater Tot Pizza. This easy-to-make recipe combines crispy baked tater tots topped with classic pizza sauce, melty mozzarella, pepperoni, colorful veggies, and a sprinkle of Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Perfect for a family meal or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 32 oz frozen tater tots

Sauce

  • 1 cup pizza sauce

Toppings

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup pepperoni slices (or a meat-free alternative)
  • ½ cup sliced bell peppers
  • ½ cup sliced mushrooms
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Italian seasoning (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s fully heated before baking the tater tots.
  2. Bake the Tater Tots: Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake them for 20-25 minutes until they turn crispy and golden brown.
  3. Add the Pizza Sauce: Once the tots are crispy, remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly spread 1 cup of pizza sauce over the tater tots.
  4. Layer the Toppings: Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add 1 cup of pepperoni slices (or your meat-free alternative), ½ cup sliced bell peppers, and ½ cup sliced mushrooms. Finish with a sprinkle of Italian seasoning and ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Final Bake: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the tater tot pizza to cool slightly on the baking sheet before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute pepperoni with plant-based pepperoni or omit entirely.
  • Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients such as olives, onions, or sausage.
  • Ensure the tater tots are spread in a single layer to allow even baking and crispiness.
  • To make this gluten-free, verify that your pizza sauce and other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer for best crispiness.

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