Name: Cheesy Ham & Potato Tot Breakfast Cups
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 16 ounces frozen fried potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®); 8 ounces cubed ham; 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese; Sliced green onions or chopped fresh chives, for garnish

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Cheesy Ham and Tot Cups

Aug 26, 2025
by Adrianna Luettgen
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
1 Likes

PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

0 mins
TOTAL TIME

40 mins
SERVING

12 People
VIEWS

6

These delightful Cheesy Ham and Tot Cups are a playful and comforting treat! Crispy potato shells cradle savory ham, all topped with melted Monterey Jack and a sprinkle of fresh green onions. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for brunch, snacks, or a fun family dinner.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Nonstick cooking spray

16 ounces frozen fried potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)

8 ounces cubed ham

1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Sliced green onions or chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Nutrition

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Generously coat a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Arrange 4 potato nuggets in the bottom of each muffin cup. Bake for 12 minutes, until lightly golden. (12 minutes)

03

Step

Remove from oven. Using a small, sturdy measuring cup or the back of a spoon, gently press the potato nuggets to form a cup shape, pushing them against the bottom and partially up the sides of each muffin cup. Return to the oven and bake for another 12 minutes, or until the potato cups are crisp and golden brown. (12 minutes)

04

Step

Evenly distribute the cubed ham among the potato cups. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the ham is heated through and the cups are deeply golden. (10 minutes)

05

Step

Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the ham-filled cups. Bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before carefully removing the Cheesy Ham and Tot Cups from the muffin tin. Garnish with fresh green onions or chives before serving.

For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ham before baking.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses! Cheddar, Gruyere, or a blend would all be delicious.
These cups are best served immediately, but can be reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven for a few minutes if needed.

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