Description
These Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers are the ultimate fun-sized comfort food. They combine seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and crispy tater tots in one irresistible bite, perfect for parties or a quick family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dry minced onion
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Caramelized onion jam (for topping)
- Hamburger dill pickle chips
- Toothpicks for assembly
Instructions
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly spray them with cooking oil. Bake according to package directions, usually at 425°F (218°C), until golden brown and crispy. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dry minced onion. Mix gently. Form into small, thin patties, slightly smaller than the tater tot bases.
- Cook mini patties in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 2–3 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Place a small square of cheese on top of each cooked patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover briefly to melt the cheese.
- Assemble your Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers by placing a cheesy beef patty on a tater tot base. Add a dab of ketchup, mustard, or a pickle slice if desired. Top with another tater tot and press gently.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For best results, do not over-mix the ground beef to keep patties tender.
- Use sharp cheddar for a flavorful cheese melt.
- These bites are perfect for parties and can be customized with your favorite burger toppings.
- You can keep them warm in a 200°F (93°C) oven for up to 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking and Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheeseburger
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg