Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers
Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers are a delightful fusion of classic cheeseburgers and crispy tater tots, offering a quick and delicious meal perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20) Use your preferred ground meat
- 12 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Or your favorite cheese
- 8 mini slider buns mini slider buns Regular burger buns can be used as well
Condiments
- 2 tbsp ketchup Adjust to taste
- 2 tbsp mustard Adjust to taste
- pickles Optional for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper until it’s beautifully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, sprinkle cheese over the beef, covering until it melts, about 1-2 minutes.
- Slice the slider buns in half and place a layer of tater tots on the bottom half, followed by the cheesy beef mixture.
- Drizzle with ketchup and mustard, and add pickles if desired.
- Top with the bun halves and serve warm.
Notes
For a healthier version, swap beef for turkey or plant-based ground meat, and use low-sugar condiments.