Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bombs
The ultimate bite-sized comfort food! These Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bombs combine juicy ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy golden tater tots for a mouthwatering appetizer everyone will love. Perfect for parties, game days, or family nights these little cheeseburger bites disappear fast!
Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 18–22 minutes
Yield: 12–16 bombs
Ingredients:
– 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
– ½ small onion, finely diced
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– ½ tsp onion powder
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 16–20 frozen tater tots, slightly thawed
– 1 egg, lightly beaten (optional, for glaze)
– Cooking spray or oil
Quick Dipping Sauce (optional):
– 3 tbsp mayonnaise
– 1 tbsp ketchup
– 1 tsp pickle relish
– Dash of Worcestershire sauce mix until smooth.
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil.
2. Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess fat and cool slightly.
3. Prepare the tots: Warm tater tots slightly (microwave 1–2 minutes) to soften. Press each tot between your palms into a flat disc.
4. Assemble the bombs: Add 1 tablespoon of cooked beef and a pinch of cheddar cheese to one tot disc. Top with another disc and seal the edges tightly to form a ball.
5. Bake: Arrange on the baking sheet, brush with beaten egg for shine, and bake 18–22 minutes, turning once halfway through, until crisp and golden brown.
6. Serve: Let cool slightly, then enjoy with ketchup, mustard, or the dipping sauce.
Why You’ll Love These Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bombs:
Quick and Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes great for beginners!
Crispy and Cheesy: Every bite delivers gooey melted cheese wrapped in crunchy tater tots.
Perfect for Parties: A fun finger food that guests can’t resist.
Family Favorite: Kids and adults alike love these cheesy beef bites.
Benefits:
– Protein-packed: Ground beef and cheddar make these filling and satisfying.
– Freezer-friendly: Make ahead for an easy reheat snack.
– No frying needed: Oven-baked for a lighter twist on comfort food.
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These Cheeseburger Tater Tot Bombs are crispy, cheesy, and packed with juicy burger flavor! The perfect easy appetizer or party snack, made with ground beef, cheddar cheese, and golden baked tater tots.