Grab these fun bacon cheeseburger cones, packed with juicy beef, smoky bacon, and piles of melty cheddar. Golden tater tots get baked into crispy cones, then stuffed to the brim and topped with bubbling cheese. Every bite oozes with cheese and that perfect bacon flavor, amped up with zippy onion, ketchup, and mustard. These are your go-to finger food for game nights or fun get-togethers. Serve hot and watch them disappear fast.
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.
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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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.
Effortless Bacon Cheeseburger Cones
Crunchy tater tot cones loaded with bacon burger mix and gooey cheese, awesome for parties.
Pop the cones back into the oven for another 5–10 minutes. When the tops are super melty and bubbling with gold edges, pull them out. Grab one while they’re steamy for the meltiest cheese experience.
Take a bowl and toss together the shredded mozzarella with whatever beef filling you have left. Pile this mixture on top of each hot cone when they first come out of the oven.
Grab a knife or spoon and scoop out the center of every tater tot, making a little cup shape. Pack them with your warm beefy, cheesy bacon mix. Right after, throw cheddar cheese on top of each one.
Switch on your oven to 220°C before you begin. Toss ground beef in a hot pan over medium and cook it until it gets brown all the way. Get rid of any grease you see. Mix in your cooked bacon bits, onion pieces, ketchup, mayo, and mustard. Toss in salt and pepper, give everything a good stir, then take it off the heat.
Place your stuffed tater tots onto a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes with the oven hot, until the outside looks crisp and the cheddar’s gooey.
Notes
Pop any leftovers in a sealed container and stash in your fridge for up to three days. To get that crunch back, reheat at 190°C for about 8–10 minutes.
You’ll get the best cheesy melt if you grate the mozzarella fresh yourself. Pre-packaged just doesn’t melt the same way.
You can stuff your tater tot cups ahead of time—up to four hours early. Store them cold, then bake later, just tack on a couple more minutes to the cook time.
Freeze your uncooked filled cones for up to two months. Make life easy and bake straight from frozen, just give them 5–8 extra minutes.
Tools You’ll Need
Oven
Mixing bowls
Baking sheet
Frying pan or skillet
Parchment paper
Spoon or small knife
Allergy Information
Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
This has dairy (cheddar and mozzarella), egg from mayo, and possibly gluten since some tater tots have wheat.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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