Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones
Crispy tater tot cones filled with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar, and bacon, topped with tangy ketchup and mustard. A handheld version of a classic cheeseburger with bold flavor and texture contrast.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 slices turkey bacon or halal bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1/4 cup diced pickles (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven and grease muffin tin: Set oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Partially bake tater tots: Place frozen tater tots evenly into each muffin cup. Bake for 10-15 minutes until softened.
- Create the cone shape: Remove tin and press tater tots into a cone shape against the sides of each cup.
- Bake again: Return to oven and bake 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Cook ground beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef with salt and pepper until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add ketchup and mustard: Stir in ketchup and mustard to create a filling.
- Fill cones: Spoon beef mixture into each tater tot cone. Top with cheese and bacon.
- Final bake (optional): Bake 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Use turkey bacon or halal alternatives for dietary restrictions
Add pickles if using
Serve immediately for optimal crispiness
Can be lightly greased with non-dairy oil for extra browning
Add pickles if using
Serve immediately for optimal crispiness
Can be lightly greased with non-dairy oil for extra browning