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Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones bring the party vibes every time. You'll get all those juicy, cheesy, smoky flavors you crave, packed into fun grab-and-go cones that crunch with every bite. Perfect if you like your snacks wild and memorable. Honestly, nothing beats that moment when people see you carrying these gooey golden cones out of the oven and just start cheering.
First time I tried these at my family's football party, they vanished instantly. Now, my brothers and sisters won’t let me show up without them
Ingredients
- Salt and pepper: Sprinkle to taste—I always grab kosher salt and fresh black pepper for more zip
- Mustard: Pops in brightness and gives zing—plain yellow mustard does the trick
- Mayonnaise: Adds creamy richness—full-fat tastes best
- Ketchup: Brings that tangy burger kick—grab real tomato ketchup and watch out for extra sugar
- Diced onions: Throw in for a sweet and savory punch—pick ones that feel dense and solid
- Mozzarella cheese: For that epic stretch and molten cheese topping—freshly grated melts like a dream
- Frozen tater tots: The crunchy shell for your cones—look for crispy, golden brands for extra crunch
- Cheddar cheese: Packs a sharp, bold flavor—grate your own for oozy melt
- Beef Bacon: Savory, smoky, salty bites for max flavor—choose thick slices and cook till extra crispy
- Ground beef: Meaty, juicy base that makes it all come together—aim for eighty twenty for the right amount of juiciness
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Finish and Serve:
- Put the cones back in the hot oven five to ten minutes till that mozzarella melts and starts to spot brown. You want to hand them out while they’re steaming and the cheese is super stretchy!
- Make the Cheese Lava:
- Mix up that shredded mozzarella and any cheeseburger filling that didn’t fit into a bowl. Heap some of this cheesy mix on every cone’s top while they’re fresh from the oven to make that gooey volcano
- Bake the Cones:
- Spread your stuffed cones on a parchment-lined baking sheet with a little space so they crisp up. Bake in a super hot oven—four twenty five—about fifteen to twenty minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the tots are golden brown all over
- Shape and Fill the Tater Tot Cones:
- With a small sharp knife or a skewer, poke and swirl to hollow out those frozen tots into mini cones. Press your cheeseburger mix inside (don’t pack way too much in). Throw plenty of cheddar cheese on top of every cone.
- Make the Filling:
- Brown your ground beef in a pan over medium heat, let it get really browned. Toss out the extra fat so your filling isn’t greasy. Mix in crisp, chopped beef bacon, onions, ketchup, mayo, and mustard. Keep stirring it all together, let it bubble for a couple of minutes. Taste, then shake in more salt or pepper if you want!
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I go for sharp cheddar to really hit those cheeseburger vibes. My favorite was at my niece’s big birthday bash—honestly, these cones were gone before anyone even cut the cake
Storage Tips
Pop any leftover cones in a sealed box in the fridge and they’re good for three days. Stick to reheating in a hot oven to bring back the crunch—microwaves just make them soggy. If you want to prep ahead, hold off on adding mozzarella until just before you serve so it gets perfectly melty
Ingredient Swaps
Swap in ground turkey or chicken if you want something a bit lighter. Beef bacon can be switched out with turkey if you like. Try pepperjack or Swiss instead of cheddar for fun tweaks. Toss in chopped pickled jalapenos for a spicy upgrade
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How to Serve
Pile the cones high on a big platter with bowls of spicy ketchup or zippy sauce for dipping. These grab everyone’s attention at football parties and big get-togethers. Pair with something fresh like a green salad, or put them next to bowls of party snacks and pickles for the full spread
Cheeseburger Backstory
This quirky cone idea puts the fun back into classic diner cheeseburger flavors. Tater tots give you a throwback cafeteria comfort. The ketchup-mustard combo is a shout-out to a timeless sandwich that everyone loves
Common Questions
- → What's the trick for shaping tater tots into cones?
Let the tater tots soften a bit, then use the end of a chopstick or a tiny spoon to gently scoop out the middle. Just shape them into a cone while they're still cool.
- → Is it possible to make the cheeseburger mix ahead of time?
Totally! You can knock out the filling a day before, stash it in the fridge, and just stuff the cones right before baking.
- → Which cheese will give you that gooey volcano on top?
Moist, shredded mozzarella melts like a dream, so it'll bubble and give you that crazy cheese flow right on top.
- → What's the best way to bring crispy cones back after reheating?
Pop 'em back in a hot oven—375°F works well—for about 8 to 10 minutes. They'll crisp back up and the cheese goes melty all over again.
- → Any cool ways to switch up the cone filling?
Try tossing in some sautéed mushrooms, pickle slices, or swap the cheddar for pepper jack if you want a kick. Play around, it's all good.