Air Fryer Tater Tots with Hash Brown Shortcut

Step 1

Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.

Step 2

Use a food processor fitted with an S-blade to pulse the shredded hash browns until they're finely chopped.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients.

Step 4

Add the potatoes to that and mix everything together, being careful not to mash the potatoes.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 400 °F (205 °). Meanwhile, start forming the tater tots.

Step 6

Use a small spoon to scoop out some of the mixture to create 1” tots. Place in the air fryer basket. Don't stack them. You may need to bake them in 2 batches depending on your air fryer. Press down any little bits that are sticking out. If you don't, they'll burn.

Step 7

Spray the tater tots with an oil mister (I used olive oil) or cooking spray.

Step 8

Bake the tots at 400 °F (205 °) for 8 minutes. Shake the basket and bake for another 7-9 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Take the tots out and sprinkle with salt. Serve. These are best enjoyed hot.

Step 10

Let any leftovers cool and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. They're great reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 400 °F (205 °).

Step 12

Line a baking sheet with a piece of foil and grease with 2 teaspoons of olive oil.

Step 13

Place the tater tots on the greased pan and spray with olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 14

Bake for 10 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 15

Flip and bake for another 10 minutes or until the bottoms are browned and crisp.

Step 16

Take the tots out and sprinkle with salt. These are best enjoyed hot.

Step 17

Let any leftovers cool and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. They're best reheated in the oven.