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Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to the most heavenly midnight snack that’ll make your taste buds dance at 2 AM – my famous Loaded Pizza Tots! Trust me, once you make these bad boys, your family will be begging for more, and you’ll probably catch them sneaking to the kitchen in the middle of the night.
Picture this: crispy tater tots smothered in melty mozzarella, topped with pepperoni, Italian seasonings, and a drizzle of garlic butter that’ll make your neighbors jealous when they smell it cooking. I mean, who doesn’t love carbs on carbs? 😉
What You’ll Need (because we’re fancy like that):
– 1 bag frozen tater tots (about 32 oz)
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella (don’t you dare use the pre-shredded stuff!)
– 1 cup mini pepperoni
– 4 tablespoons butter
– 3 cloves minced garlic
– 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
– Optional: marinara sauce for dipping
– Your favorite pizza toppings (go wild!)
Now, let’s get cooking, gorgeous!
1. Preheat that oven to 425°F (220°C). While you’re waiting, maybe do a little kitchen dance – I won’t judge!
1. Arrange your tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Give them some personal space, honey – nobody likes clingy tots!
1. Bake those babies for about 20-25 minutes until they’re golden and crispy. Remember: floppy tots = sad tots.
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1. Meanwhile, melt the butter and add minced garlic. Let it simmer for a minute – just enough time to post a teaser pic on your social media!
1. Once your tots are crispy, sprinkle on that freshly shredded cheese (I’m serious about the pre-shredded thing, ladies!), add pepperoni, and drizzle with that gorgeous garlic butter.
1. Pop it back in the oven for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
1. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning while it’s hot, and serve with warm marinara sauce.
Pro tip: Want to make this even more amazing? Add some crispy bacon bits, jalapeños, or whatever your pizza-loving heart desires. There are no rules at midnight!
This recipe serves 6-8 people… or just you and your bestie during a late-night Netflix marathon. No judgment here!
Y’all, this is seriously the kind of snack that’ll have your family nominating you for the “Best Mom/Dad/Human Ever” award. It’s perfect for those late-night cravings, unexpected guests, or when you’re just feeling fancy at midnight.
Don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering recipes that’ll make your family think you’ve got a secret cooking fairy! And pretty please, drop a comment below telling me how this recipe changed your late-night snacking game forever. Did you add any special toppings? Did your kids give you a standing ovation? I want to hear it all!
Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a date with these loaded pizza tots and my favorite romantic comedy. XOXO! 💋✨
