If you’ve ever visited Universal Studios, you’ve probably tasted the famous Green Eggs & Ham Tots at the Green Eggs and Ham Café. This copycat recipe brings all the crispy, cheesy goodness right to your kitchen! With golden tots, savory ham, creamy queso, and a flavorful green egg scramble, this dish is sure to be a hit at breakfast or brunch.

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Why You’ll Love These Green Eggs & Ham Tots:

Crispy & Flavorful: The golden, crispy tots are the perfect base for this indulgent breakfast dish.
Loaded with Flavor: A savory scramble of green eggs, ham, and cheese will leave you craving more.
Universal Studios at Home: Recreate a theme park favorite with this easy, delicious copycat recipe!

Green Eggs & Ham Tots – A Universal Studios Copycat Recipe

Ingredients for Green Eggs & Ham Copycat Recipe:

Crispy golden tots – Perfectly crispy for a sturdy base.
Ham – Finely diced for savory bites and extra flavor.
White Queso – Drizzled for a creamy, cheesy finish.
For the Green Eggs:
- Butter – For sautéing the greens and making the scramble rich.
- Spinach – Finely chopped for vibrant color and freshness.
- Chives – Mild onion flavor that pairs perfectly with eggs.
- Garlic – Minced to add aromatic depth to the scramble.
- Eggs – Whisked and scrambled to golden perfection.
- Salt & Pepper – Essential for seasoning and enhancing flavor.

Dietary Restrictions & Allergy-Friendly Substitutions:

Gluten-Free:
- Enure the crispy tots are labeled gluten-free or substitute with your favorite gluten-free hash browns. ( I LOVE the ORE-IDA Crispy Crowns, which are what I used for this recipe and are gluten-free!) Just make sure they’re extra crispy to avoid sogginess!
Dairy-Free:
- Use a dairy-free queso alternative or your favorite dairy-free shredded cheese and substitute vegan butter to make this dish completely dairy-free.
Vegetarian:
- Omit the ham entirely or use plant-based protein, such as vegetarian breakfast sausage, for a meatless option.
Low-Carb/Keto:
- Replace the tots with a cauliflower-based option or skip the tots entirely for a low-carb version.

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How to Make these Crispy Green Eggs & Ham Tots:

Cook the tots according to package directions until extra crispy and golden. (This helps keep them from getting soggy once topped.)
Optional: Crisp the ham in a frying pan over medium-high heat until golden and lightly browned. Set aside.
Sauté the greens – Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add spinach, chives, and garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted and fragrant.
Scramble the eggs – Add whisked eggs to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and hard scramble until cooked through.
Assemble your tots – Add tots to a serving plate, top with green eggs, ham, and a drizzle of warm white queso.
Garnish with extra chives if desired, and serve immediately while everything’s hot and crispy!

Tips for Making Tots with Green Eggs & Ham:

Extra crispy tots are key – Don’t skip this step! Crisping the tots well ensures they hold up under the toppings without getting soggy.
Hard scramble the eggs – This gives them a texture closer to the original dish and makes them easier to layer on top of the tots.
Add some Spice – Try a spicy twist by adding chopped jalapeños or topping this dish with a dash of hot sauce!

Make Ahead & Storage:

Make Ahead Tips: You can prep the green egg mixture and cook the ham a day in advance—just store them in airtight containers in the fridge. Reheat gently in a skillet before assembling.
Storage: While these tots are best enjoyed fresh and crispy, leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back that crispy texture.
Freezing: It’s not recommended to freeze this dish fully assembled, but you can freeze cooked tots and pre-cooked ham separately for future use.

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Green Eggs & Ham Tots Quick Guide & FAQs:

Q: What are Green Eggs & Ham Tots?
- A: A fun and flavorful copycat of the dish served at Universal Studios, made with crispy tater tots, herby green scrambled eggs, savory ham, and creamy queso.
Q: What makes the eggs green?
- A: The vibrant green color comes from finely chopped spinach and chives sautéed into the scrambled eggs.
Q: Can I make these vegetarian?
- A: Definitely! Just skip the ham or swap it for plant-based alternatives like veggie sausage or mushrooms.
Q: How do I keep the tots from getting soggy?
- A: Bake the tots until they’re extra crispy and wait to add toppings until right before serving.
Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
- A: It can be! Just be sure to use gluten-free certified tots and check the queso label for hidden gluten.

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