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Tater Tot Pizza Bake

Tater Tot Pizza Bake
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Tater Tot Pizza Bake is a crispy, cheesy, and comforting dish combining golden tater tots with classic pizza flavors including tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and fresh veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or family gatherings, this easy-to-make bake offers a customizable, crowd-pleasing meal that’s ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

Base

  • Frozen Tater Tots – 1 (32 oz) bag

Sauce

  • Pizza Sauce – 1 cup

Cheese

  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese – 2 cups

Toppings

  • Pepperoni Slices – 20-30 slices
  • Green Bell Pepper, diced – 1 medium
  • Sliced Black Olives – 1/3 cup

Seasonings

  • Italian Seasoning – 1 teaspoon
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Black Pepper, freshly ground – ¼ teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tater Tot Layer: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Arrange a single, even layer of frozen tater tots across the bottom of the dish to form a crispy base as they bake.
  2. Add the Pizza Sauce: Spread a generous amount of pizza sauce evenly over the tater tots, ensuring most tots are partially covered to soak up the tomato flavor.
  3. Layer Toppings and Cheese: Evenly scatter pepperoni slices, diced green bell peppers, sliced black olives, and any additional toppings you choose over the sauce. Then sprinkle a thick, even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on top covering all toppings.
  4. Season and Bake: Sprinkle Italian seasoning along with salt and freshly ground pepper over the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden, and the tater tots are crispy.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes to set before slicing and serving so that portions hold together beautifully.

Notes

  • Use frozen tater tots straight from the freezer for optimal crispiness — do not thaw before baking.
  • Spread ingredients evenly to avoid soggy spots and ensure consistent flavor in every bite.
  • Use fresh or high-quality shredded mozzarella cheese for the best melt and flavor.
  • Season thoroughly with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to elevate the overall taste.
  • Let the bake rest for a few minutes after baking to prevent cheese from sliding off when serving.

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