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Tater Tot Mini Cheeseburger Bites

Tater Tot Mini Cheeseburger Bites That Wow Every Guest

Tater Tot Mini Cheeseburger Bites are a crunchy and savory twist on classic appetizers, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 package Frozen Crispy Crowns or Tater Tots
For the Patty
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20) Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tsp Table Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can use fresh chopped onion
  • 1 cup Bacon Bits Can substitute with finely chopped cooked bacon
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack is a good melting substitute
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be an alternative
For the Toppings
  • 4 slices Cheddar Cheese Slices Cut into mini squares
  • 1 jar Caramelized Onion Jam or Sauce BBQ sauce or ketchup can be alternatives
  • 1 cup Dill Pickle Chips Can substitute with sweet pickles or relish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Lower the temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, bacon bits, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix gently to avoid tough patties.
  3. Form the meat mixture into small patties, slightly larger than the tater tots. Aim for a thickness of about half an inch. Place the patties on a separate baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Cut the cheddar cheese slices into six mini squares each. This ensures that each cheeseburger bite is perfectly topped with cheese.
  5. Transfer the shaped patties to the preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Bake for 3-4 minutes, flip, add cheese squares, and return to the oven for another 1-2 minutes until melted.
  6. Assemble your Tater Tot Mini Cheeseburger Bites by layering a tater tot, a patty, a pickle chip, and another tater tot. Secure with a toothpick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Mix beef and seasonings just until combined to avoid tough patties. Bake tater tots until golden for best texture. Assemble ahead of time for convenience. Adjust seasonings and experiment with different cheeses.

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