Air Fryer Carrot Tots

Air Fryer Carrot Tots are a simple and kid friendly meal idea! These tots are cheesy, healthy and homemade! Ready in 20 minutes and packed full of vegetables!

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These easy Air Fryer Carrot Tots are such a great way to get your kiddos to eat their vegetables. They're made with simple ingredients and are such a great, healthier alternative to store bought tater tots.

You can serve these carrot tots as a main dish or side dish. They're great for lunch, dinner or snack. Carrots are such a wonderful vegetable choice for kids. They're a good source of fiber, potassium, vitamin B6 and also contains some vitamin C.

I decided to make these carrot tots larger than store bought tater tots. I also made them round because it was less time consuming. You can defintely make them the traditional tot shape.

Each bite is cheesy with a touch of the garlic and onion flavors. I seasoned these for serving to little kiddos, so if you're an adult, you may need to add some extra seasoning or use a dipping sauce.

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Shopping list:

• carrots
• shredded Mexican style cheese
• panko breadcrumbs
• egg
• garlic powder
• dried minced onion
• seasoned salt
• black pepper

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for measurements and instructions!

Recipe tips:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat in an air fryer or microwave.

• Different brands of air fryers may heat differently, so cook time may need to be adjusted.

• I recommend using freshly shredded cheese for better taste and melting.

• Use a cheesecloth to squeeze the juice from the carrots. I squeeze mine into a glass and drink. Carrot juice is so tasty!

• I recommend using regular carrots and NOT baby carrots for this recipe. Regular carrots have way more flavor and a better texture.

More kid friendly air fryer recipes you may like:

• Air Fryer Fruity Pebbles French Toast
• Air Fryer Beef and Bean Taquitos
• Air Fryer Crescent Roll Pizza Pockets
• Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Roll Ups
• Air Fryer Pizza Wings
• Homemade Air Fryer Pop Tarts

You can add or substitute with these ingredients:

• use onion powder instead of minced onion
• use any shredded cheese
• use regular bread crumbs instead of panko
• use any seasoning blend you like instead of salt, pepper, onion and garlic powder

Kitchen equipment and supplies you may need:

• Ninja 2 Basket Air Fryer
• OXO Good Grips 6-Piece Plastic Measuring Cups
• Box Grater
• Premium Cheese Cloths
• Cambom Manual Rotary Cheese Grater
• OXO Good Grips 6-Piece Plastic Measuring Spoons

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as our family did!

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