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Crispy Tater Tot Meatball Cups

Servings 12 cups
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • Frozen tater tots about 4 per cups
  • Refrigerated meatballs fully cooked-if you’re using frozen meatballs, let them defrost in the fridge before making this!
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Place 4 frozen tater tots into each muffin cup.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the tots are soft and just starting to release oil.
  • Remove the pan and use the bottom of a small glass or spoon to press the tots firmly into a cup shape, pushing up the sides.
  • Return to the oven and bake another 15–20 minutes, until deeply golden and crispy.
  • Remove from oven and place one refrigerated meatball into each tater tot cup.
  • Brush sauce over each meatball
  • Return to the oven and bake 8–10 minutes, until meatballs are heated through and sauce is bubbly.
  • Let cool for a few minutes, then carefully remove from the pan.