Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones are an over-the-top, indulgent snack or party food that’s as fun to serve as it is to eat. Imagine crispy tater tots shaped into a cone and stuffed with a rich bacon cheeseburger filling — cheesy, meaty, crispy perfection.
Here’s how to make them:
🧑🍳 Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones Recipe
🔹 Ingredients:
For the Tater Tot Cones:
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots, thawed
- 1–2 eggs (for binding)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for flavor)
- Non-stick cooking spray or oil
For the Cheeseburger Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: pickles, jalapeños, or diced tomatoes
🔹 Instructions:
1. Make the Tater Tot Cones:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a food processor, pulse the thawed tater tots until broken down but not pureed (like a coarse mash).
- Mix in 1 egg and cheese (if using). Add a second egg if mixture doesn’t hold.
- Spray oven-safe cone molds (or wrap aluminum foil around sugar cones as DIY molds) with non-stick spray.
- Press the tater tot mixture around the cones evenly, packing tightly to form the shape of a cone.
- Place cones standing upright on a baking rack or sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until crispy and golden brown. Let cool slightly, then gently remove from molds.
2. Make the Cheeseburger Filling:
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with chopped onion over medium heat until browned. Drain fat.
- Stir in bacon, ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Turn off heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted.
3. Assemble the Cones:
- Carefully stuff each crispy tater tot cone with the hot cheeseburger mixture.
- Optional: Top with more cheese, chopped pickles, or a drizzle of burger sauce.
🔹 Serving Tips:
- Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch, spicy ketchup, or burger sauce.
- Perfect as a party snack, tailgate treat, or game day food.