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Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones

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These bacon cheeseburger stuffed tater tot cones are the ultimate bite-sized comfort food. A crispy, golden tater tot shell is hollowed and stuffed with a juicy ground beef and turkey bacon filling, then topped with melty cheddar and mozzarella cheese.

Ingredients

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Cheeseburger Filling

1 pound lean ground beef (85/15 or 90/10)

6 slices turkey bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled

¼ cup diced yellow or white onion

¼ cup ketchup

¼ cup mayonnaise

¼ cup yellow mustard

Salt and black pepper to taste

Tater Tot Cones & Cheese

24 frozen tater tots (standard size)

4 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese

4 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Ground Beef

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Drain off excess grease.

Step 2: Mix in Flavorings

Add crumbled turkey bacon, diced onions, ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard to the beef. Stir until fully combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Prepare the Tater Tots

Let the tater tots sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly. Carefully use a small knife or spoon to carve out the centers of each tot, creating a cone or pocket shape. Be gentle to avoid breaking them.

Step 4: Fill the Cones

Spoon the cheeseburger mixture into each hollowed tater tot. Press down gently to ensure each cone is fully packed.

Step 5: Add Cheddar Cheese

Place filled cones on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top of each cone.

Step 6: First Bake

Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (218°C) for 15–20 minutes, until tater tots are golden and cheddar cheese is melted.

Step 7: Add Mozzarella Mix

Combine any remaining beef mixture with shredded mozzarella cheese. Top each cone with this extra cheesy blend.

Step 8: Final Bake

Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden on top.

Step 9: Serve Hot

Let the cones rest for 2–3 minutes after baking. Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch, spicy ketchup, or chipotle mayo.

Notes

  • Tater Tot Tip: Let tots soften a bit before carving to prevent breaking.

  • Cheese Options: Try pepper jack for a spicy version.

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Reheating: Best reheated in an oven or air fryer at 375°F for 10 minutes.

  • Freezing: Freeze before or after baking. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven.

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