Sonic Chili Cheese Tots – Crispy Tots with Chili & Cheese

Sonic Chili Cheese Tots topped with savory chili and melted shredded cheddar cheese.
CaloriesPrice
360$3.49Small
550$4.59Medium
850$5.19Large

Sonic Chili Cheese Tots are a popular menu item at Sonic, offering a cheesy snack experience with a flavorful twist. Each serving features tots topped with rich chili and melty shredded cheddar cheese, creating a creamy, indulgent bite that combines crunch and comfort.

These tots are especially loved by customers who enjoy savory, cheesy sides with their meals, including teens, adults, and families looking for a fun addition to combos. As part of the Sonic menu, they provide a unique option beyond regular fries or tots, appealing to anyone craving something warm, cheesy, and satisfying.

Chili Cheese Tots are available seasonally or at select locations, adding a special treat to the menu for those who enjoy bold flavors and creamy toppings. Their combination of texture, heat, and cheese makes them a must-try for fans of Sonic’s innovative fast-food snacks.

What’s Include

  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • Chili
  • Tots
Potatoes

Potatoes

Vegetable oil

Vegetable oil

Salt

Salt

Seasonings

Seasonings

Shredded cheddar cheese with a rich orange color, slightly sharp flavor, commonly used as a topping or melted into dishes.

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Sonic sides Tots

Tots

A bowl of crispy FRITOS® topped with hearty chili and melted cheese for a comforting snack."

Chili Cheese Tots

Nutrient Guide

NutrientSmall (4 pc)Medium (6 pc)Large (8 pc)
Protein (g)81319
Carbohydrates (g)324877
Total Dietary Fiber (g)358
Total Sugars (g)123
Fat (g)223351
Saturated Fat (g)71116
Trans Fatty Acid (g)011
Cholesterol (mg)254055
Sodium (mg)103015802420
Calories from Fat190300460
Calcium (mg)105.09163.12227.27
Vitamin A (IU)564.19972.151382.41
Iron (mg)1.502.433.81
Vitamin C (mg)1.602.644.13

Cooking Process

  • Potato Preparation
  • Potatoes are washed, peeled (optional), and cut into small tot shapes.
  • Par-Frying
  • Tots are lightly fried in vegetable oil to set their shape and create a crispy exterior.
  • Freezing
  • Par-fried tots are frozen to lock in texture and make them easy to cook consistently later.
  • Final Frying
  • At the restaurant, tots are deep-fried until golden brown, crunchy on the outside, and soft inside.
  • Topping with Chili and Cheese
  • Hot tots are topped with savory chili and melty shredded cheddar cheese, creating a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful snack.
  • Serving
  • Served hot as a side or snack, either alone or as part of a combo meal with burgers, hot dogs, or chicken tenders.

Condiments

Groovy Sauce Packet

Groovy Sauce Packet

Ranch Dressing Packet

Ranch Dressing Packet

Relish Packet

Relish Packet

Pepper Packet

Pepper Packet

Honey Mustard Packet

Honey Mustard Packet

Buffalo Sauce Packet

Buffalo Sauce Packet

FAQs

Chili Cheese Tots are golden, crispy potato tots topped with savory chili and melty shredded cheddar cheese, creating a creamy and cheesy snack.

Yes, they are available in Small (4 pc), Medium (6 pc), and Large (8 pc) portions.

They are popular with cheese and chili lovers, including teens, adults, and families looking for a hearty, flavorful side.

Conclusion

Sonic Chili Cheese Tots are a flavorful and indulgent side, combining crispy golden tots with savory chili and melty shredded cheddar cheese. Available in small, medium, and large sizes, they offer a satisfying snack or complement to any combo meal featuring burgers, hot dogs, or chicken tenders. Loved by cheese and chili enthusiasts alike, these tots deliver a perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and bold flavor, making them a standout choice on the Sonic menu.