Transform ordinary tater tots into an extraordinary snack with this copycat version of Domino’s famous Loaded Tots. Crispy potato bites smothered in melted cheese, crispy bacon, and signature garlic parmesan sauce create an irresistible comfort food experience. Try this copycat recipe for the Cheddar Bacon Loaded Tots Dominos serves today!
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What makes Domino’s Bacon Loaded Tots so unique?Â
Tater tots at a pizza joint? Yes, and they’re darn glorious. In 2023, Domino’s started serving Loaded Tots, and customers went wild for them.
Sure, the smoky bacon bits and a mix of gooey cheeses are a good start, but the zesty Garlic Parmesan Sauce takes these tots over the top when it comes to taste. Whether sharing with your friends or snacking solo, you can’t go wrong with these Domino’s tater tots.Â
Why you will love this recipe
Domino’s Loaded Tots are great, but they’re pretty pricey when you compare how much they cost to the other menu items. Plus, depending on how far you live from your local Domino’s Pizza, the tots can be a bit soggy once they land on your dining table. Recreating them at home with this copycat Domino’s loaded tater tots recipe will save you money and ensure you always have the hottest and crunchy tots possible.
Be sure to check out the variation section below for more tot-topping options.
Loaded tots ingredients
For the garlic parmesan sauce, you’ll need:
- Dried minced garlic – Provides intense garlic flavor base
- Dried minced onion – Adds savory depth
- Hot water – Rehydrates dried ingredients
- Mayonnaise – Creates creamy base
- Parmesan, grated – Adds sharp, salty flavor
- Distilled white vinegar – Balances richness with acidity
- Dried Italian herbs – Provides herb complexity
- Fresh lemon juice – Adds brightness
- Corn syrup – Balances flavors and adds thickness
- Salt – Enhances overall taste
For finishing the Domino’s tots, you’ll need:
- Frozen tater tots – Base for the dish
- Cheddar cheese, shredded – Provides sharp cheese flavor
- Low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded – Creates perfect melty texture
- Cooked bacon – Adds smoky crunch
- Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Baking bacon in the oven is easy and gives excellent results.
Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet or air fryer
- Small mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking dish
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
To make the garlic parmesan sauce:
- Put the dried minced garlic and dried minced onion in a small bowl with hot water. Stir and wait about five minutes until the vegetables rehydrate.
- While waiting, in a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, distilled white vinegar, Italian herbs, fresh lemon juice, corn syrup, and salt.
- Pour the rehydrated minced garlic and onions along with the soaking water into the medium mixing bowl with the other ingredients. Whisk well to combine. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
To assemble Cheddar Bacon Loaded Tots Dominos style:
- Prepare the tater tots according to their package. Use an air fryer if you have one for extra crunchy tots.
- While the tots are cooking, mix the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses together. Reserve for later.
- When the tots are crispy, transfer them to a baking dish and sprinkle the cheese mixture over the top.
- Return the tots to the oven or air fryer and bake or air fry for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese melts.
- Chop the cooked bacon into pieces and sprinkle the bacon bits over the crispy tots.
- Drizzle the Garlic Parmesan Sauce on top of the hot tots and serve immediately. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Pro Tips for Perfect Results
- Use air fryer for maximum crispiness
- Cook bacon in advance
- Shred cheese fresh for best melting
- Layer toppings quickly while tots are hot
- Serve immediately for best texture
Common Questions & Troubleshooting
Tots Not Crispy?
- Cook longer before adding toppings.
- Don’t overcrowd the cooking surface
- Use an air fryer if possible
Sauce Too Thick?
- Add warm water gradually.
- Whisk until smooth
- Let come to room temperature
Variations
Just about anything you serve on top of fries will work well here. But you can go beyond chili or spicy cheese sauce by recreating varieties similar to the flavor combos of Dominos tater tots.
Melty 3-Cheese Loaded Tots. These are the tots for anyone who can’t get enough cheese. Swap a half cup of shredded provolone cheese for the bacon bits in the recipe above and replace the Garlic Parmesan Sauce with creamy Alfredo Sauce. If you have time, why not make the Alfredo Sauce from scratch?
Philly Cheesesteak Tots. Saute a half cup each of thin strips of white onion and green peppers until tender. Cut a minute steak into strips and add them to the pan with the vegetables. Stir for a minute or so until the steak is cooked to your liking. Spread the mixture over the cooked tots and then drizzle with Alfredo sauce.
What to serve with Domino Tots
Chicken wings. When it comes to finger foods, chicken wings still reign supreme. Check out some of these scrumptious chicken wing recipes to find your new favorite.
Pizza Rolls. Domino’s may be known for pizza, but sometimes homemade pizza is just better. These portable pizza rolls are loaded with pepperoni, sausage, and cheese and are a unique spin on traditional pizza pie.
Italian Chopped Salad. Sneak some vegetables into your snacking with a side of California Pizza Kitchen Italian Chopped Salad. This salad is a hearty mix of deli meats and veggies tossed in a tangy Italian dressing.
How to store the leftovers
Let the tots come down to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container and putting them in the refrigerator. You shouldn’t keep any tots you served, but it is OK to keep the ones you didn’t serve in the fridge for up to three days.
What is the best way to reheat Dominos Loaded Tots?
For hot and crunchy tots, warm them up in a 350°F air fryer or a 375°F. Remember to spread the tots out and cook them until the cheese melts.
More Domino’s copycat recipes
Favorite tater tot recipes
- Broccoli Tater Tot Casserole
- Buffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Chicken Tots
- Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole
- James Coney Island Loaded Tots
- Mexican Tater Tot Casserole
- Sonic Extreme Chili Cheese Tots
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Domino’s Cheddar Bacon Loaded Tots
Ingredients
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
Tater Tots
- 1/2 pound frozen tater tots
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, cover the dried minced garlic and onion with hot water. Let stand for 5 minutes to rehydrate.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, vinegar, Italian herbs, lemon juice, corn syrup, and salt. Add the rehydrated garlic and onion and whisk until well combined. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F or the air fryer to 400°F. (If you plan to use an air fryer, you will still need to finish the dish in a 425°F oven.)
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet or in the air fryer basket. Cook in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or in the air fryer for 12 to 15 minutes (shaking the basket halfway through) until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the tots to an oven-safe serving dish, sprinkle with shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and place the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven, top with crumbled cooked bacon, and drizzle with garlic parmesan sauce. Serve immediately while hot.
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