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Bacon, Egg, and Tater Tot Casserole in a black cast iron skillet with a portion scooped out to reveal fluffy eggs and melted cheddar cheese.

Bacon, Egg, and Tater Tot Casserole: Crispy, Creamy, and Weekend-Worthy

Derek
Start your morning right with this crispy, cheesy Bacon, Egg, and Tater Tot Casserole. Loaded with golden tater tots, smoky bacon, fluffy eggs, and sharp cheddar, it’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast for brunches, busy mornings, or weekend comfort. One pan, endless satisfaction.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American Comfort
Servings 8 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 28–32 oz bag of frozen tater tots
  • 8 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions optional

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Preheat Oven
    Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  • Step 2: Layer the Base
    Arrange the tater tots evenly on the bottom of the baking dish. No need to thaw them.
  • Step 3: Add the Protein & Cheese
    Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and half the shredded cheese over the tots.
  • Step 4: Mix the Egg Custard
    In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, and pepper. Pour this over the tots.
  • Step 5: Top It Off
    Add the remaining cheese and green onions if using.
  • Step 6: Bake
    Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Secret Tips for the Best Bacon, Egg, and Tater Tot Casserole

  • Layer the cheese twice: For an extra cheesy bite in every forkful, add half of the cheese before pouring the egg mixture and the rest on top before baking.
  • Use pre-cooked bacon bits: To save time on busy mornings, keep a stash of high-quality pre-cooked bacon crumbles in the fridge. Toss them straight into the dish—no pan needed.
  • Boost flavor with seasoned tots: Swap plain tater tots with seasoned or spiced varieties (like onion or pepper tots) for a built-in flavor upgrade.
  • Add sour cream or cream cheese: Mix a couple tablespoons into the egg mixture for extra richness and a velvety finish.
  • Let it rest before slicing: Give it 10–15 minutes out of the oven before cutting—this helps the layers firm up and makes serving cleaner.
  • Sneak in flavor with dry mustard or hot sauce: Add 1/2 tsp of dry mustard powder or a few dashes of hot sauce to the egg mix for a subtle, crave-worthy depth.
  • Crispier topping hack: Sprinkle a handful of crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter on top before baking for extra crunch.
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