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These Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones are wild, gooey, salty, and so much fun for get-togethers or game nights. Imagine your favorite cheeseburger jam-packed into crispy little cones, totally handheld and stuffed with melty goodness. If you’re craving a snack that’s all about surprise and over-the-top flavor, just bring these out. Folks always light up when you walk in with a tray piled high with these crispy, cheesy wonders straight from the oven.
I brought these out during my family’s football night and not even a crumb was left. My siblings keep begging for them at every get-together now
Irresistible Ingredients
- Diced onions: Toss these in for a punch of savory sweetness. Use firm, fresh ones with no squishy spots
- Frozen tater tots: These little guys turn into your cone base. Hollow out for a crunchy shell—pick a brand that bakes up nice and golden
- Ground beef: Classic burger flavor right here. Go with eighty twenty beef for that juicy, meaty bite
- Salt and pepper: Just sprinkle on as you like. I go for kosher salt and pop some black peppercorns for a kick
- Ketchup: Brings that tangy, iconic burger sauce taste. Real tomato ketchup works best
- Mozzarella cheese: Your secret move for a pure gooey finish. Shred it fresh if you want those awesome cheese pulls
- Beef bacon: Gives a smoky twist and crunchy topping. Thick-sliced and cooked crisp is the way to go
- Cheddar cheese: Packs sharp, old-school burger flavor into every cone. Grate it yourself for the ultimate melt
- Mustard: Adds a zippy note. Good old yellow mustard is perfect
- Mayonnaise: Rounds it all out with creamy richness. Full-fat versions melt best
Epic Step-by-Step
- Finish and Serve:
- Pop the cones back in the hot oven for five to ten minutes—stop when the mozzarella is melted and browning up. Serve fast while they’re gooey inside and you get epic cheese stretches with each bite
- Make the Cheese Volcano:
- Mix up shredded mozzarella with any extra burger filling in a bowl. Heap this molten mix on every cone as soon as they come out of the oven for that wild volcano look
- Bake the Cones:
- Lay the filled cones spaced out on a parchment baking sheet. Bake at four twenty-five Fahrenheit for about fifteen to twenty minutes, just until crispy and bubbly. Keep a watch so the cheese doesn’t go too far
- Shape and Fill the Tater Tot Cones:
- Grab a frozen tater tot, use a sharp paring knife or skewer to carve out the middle (think mini cones). Spoon in your burger mixture without smashing the cone, then load the top with grated cheddar
- Prepare the Filling:
- Sauté the ground beef over medium until it’s caramelized and browned. Drain the fat. Toss in your crispy chopped beef bacon, onion, ketchup, mayo, and mustard. Let that all cook together, mixing well, for a couple minutes until everything’s blended. Add salt and pepper last and taste to see if it needs more zip
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Sharp cheddar makes these taste just like the cheeseburgers I grew up on. Best memory? My niece’s birthday—everyone snatched these up before the cake even came out.
Keep ’Em Fresh
Tuck leftovers in a tight container in your fridge—they’ll hold up for three days. When you want that crunch back, skip the microwave and pop them right into a hot oven. If you want perfect cheese volcanoes, don’t add the mozzarella until you’re ready to reheat and serve
Swap List
Try ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter spin. Turkey bacon makes a great sub for smoky beef bacon. Looking for new flavors? Swap cheddar for pepperjack or Swiss. If you like things spicy, toss in some chopped pickled jalapenos
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Fun Ways to Serve
Pile your finished cones onto a platter alongside favorite dipping sauces—spicy ketchup or secret sauce are the move. Use them as your main snack centerpiece or pair with a simple salad for balance. They’re also killer with chips and pickles on the side
Cheeseburger Backstory
Turning the classic cheeseburger into a stuffed cone is a playful mashup of good old American diner food. Tater tots make everything a bit retro and fun. The ketchup and mustard inside give a nod to the world’s most beloved sandwich
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What's the way to shape tater tots into cones?
Let the tots soften for a bit, then grab a chopstick or tiny spoon and gently scoop out the inside. Shape it like a cone while you go.
- → Can I prep the bacon burger filling the day before?
You sure can. Make the filling and pop it in the fridge overnight. It'll make putting everything together so much easier when you bake them.
- → Which cheese melts best for the cheesy volcano top?
Toss on some shredded mozzarella. It melts crazy smooth and gives you that epic cheesy lava look.
- → How do I get the cones crispy again after reheating?
Throw them back in a hot oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes. That way the outside gets crunchy and cheese gets runny again.
- → Any other ways to mix up the filling?
Totally! Try adding pickles, sautéed mushrooms, or even swap cheddar for pepper jack for something different.