🔥 Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Cones Recipe
These Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Cones are the perfect comfort food mashup—crispy golden tater tots shaped into cones, stuffed with juicy seasoned beef, crispy bacon, and drenched in gooey melted cheese. Perfect for parties, game nights, or viral food content!
🛒 Ingredients (Max Flavor Version)
For the Tater Tot Cones:
1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Cheeseburger Filling:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juicy flavor)
1 small onion (finely diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Bacon:
6–8 strips bacon (crispy & crumbled)
For the Cheese Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper
Optional Toppings (Highly Recommended):
Diced pickles
Chopped tomatoes
Green onions
Sesame seeds
Burger sauce or mayo
🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)
1️⃣ Bake the Tater Tots
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
Toss tots with olive oil + seasonings
Bake for 25–30 minutes until crispy and golden
2️⃣ Shape into Cones
While hot, press tater tots into cone molds (or shape by hand using foil)
Let them cool slightly so they hold their shape
3️⃣ Cook the Cheeseburger Filling
In a skillet, cook ground beef + onion over medium heat
Add garlic and cook 1 minute
Stir in ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce
Season with salt & pepper
Cook until juicy and browned
4️⃣ Cook the Bacon
Fry bacon until crispy
Drain and crumble into small pieces
5️⃣ Make the Cheese Sauce
Melt butter in a saucepan
Whisk in flour (cook 1 minute)
Slowly add milk, whisk until thick
Stir in cheddar cheese until melted
Season to taste
6️⃣ Assemble the Cones
Fill each tater tot cone with:
Cheeseburger beef
Crumbled bacon
Drizzle generously with cheese sauce
7️⃣ Add Toppings & Serve
Top with pickles, tomatoes, green onions
Add sesame seeds for burger vibe
Serve hot and melty 🔥
💡 Pro Tips (Boost Flavor & SEO Value)
Use air fryer (400°F / 200°C for 15–18 min) for extra crispiness
Add jalapeños for a spicy kick
Mix cheeses (cheddar + mozzarella) for ultimate melt
Use thick-cut bacon for better texture
⏱️ Time & Servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6–8