Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Cones (Print Version)
Golden tater tot cones filled with savory bacon, beef, and plenty of melted cheese for a fun appetizer.
# Ingredients:
→ Cheeseburger Filling
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1 pound lean ground beef
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6 slices turkey bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
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0.25 cup diced yellow onion
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0.25 cup ketchup
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0.25 cup mayonnaise
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0.25 cup yellow mustard
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Tater Tot Cones & Cheese
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24 frozen tater tots
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4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
# Steps:
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In a large skillet set over medium heat, cook lean ground beef until fully browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
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Add crumbled turkey bacon, diced yellow onion, ketchup, mayonnaise, and yellow mustard to the skillet. Stir well to evenly combine. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove skillet from heat.
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Allow tater tots to stand at room temperature for 5 minutes. Using a small knife or spoon, gently hollow out each tater tot, forming a pocket or cone without tearing.
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Fill each hollowed tater tot with the cheeseburger mixture, pressing lightly to ensure each tot is fully packed.
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Arrange stuffed tater tots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tops.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tater tots are crisp and cheddar cheese is melted.
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Combine any remaining cheeseburger filling with shredded mozzarella cheese. Spoon this mixture over each cone.
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Return the tray to the oven and bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
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Cool filled cones for 2 to 3 minutes after baking. Serve warm with dipping sauces such as ranch, spicy ketchup, or chipotle mayonnaise.
# Notes:
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For best results, allow the tater tots to soften slightly before carving to prevent splitting.