Loaded Sweet Potato Tots with Cheese and Bacon
Loaded Sweet Potato Tots with Cheese and Bacon is a hearty appetizer or snack made from shredded sweet potato formed into tots, fried or baked until crispy, then topped with melted cheese and crumbled bacon. It’s a creative twist on classic loaded potato skins, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potato with savory, salty toppings. This dish is popular in American pub food and casual dining scenes, especially in the Southern and Southwestern United States.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is moderately high in carbohydrates from the sweet potato, with a significant amount of fat from the cheese, bacon, and any frying oil, while protein comes mainly from the bacon and cheese. A typical serving provides a good dose of vitamin A from the sweet potato, along with calcium and iron, and generally ranges from 300 to 500 calories per serving depending on portion size and preparation method.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 380 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it reflects the American trend of 'loading' comfort foods with indulgent toppings, transforming a simple vegetable into a shareable, crowd-pleasing dish. Nutritionally, sweet potatoes offer more fiber and antioxidants than regular potatoes, making this a slightly more nutrient-dense alternative to traditional loaded tots or fries.
