Description
These Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers are a fun, bite-sized twist on classic cheeseburgers. With crispy tater tots replacing the buns, melty cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings, they’re perfect for parties or snack time. Simple to assemble and packed with flavor, they’re sure to be a hit with all ages!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 24 tater tots, cooked and crispy
- 6 slices cheddar cheese, cut into small squares
- 12 small pickle slices
- 6 cherry tomatoes, sliced
- Lettuce leaves, cut into small pieces
- Mayonnaise, for serving
- Ketchup, for serving
- Toothpicks, for assembly
Instructions
Prepare the Beef Patties:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Mix well and form into small patties, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cook the Beef Patties:
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the mini beef patties for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a small square of cheddar cheese on each patty to allow it to melt.
Assemble the Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers:
- Take one tater tot and place a small dollop of mayonnaise on top.
- Add a piece of lettuce, followed by a cheeseburger patty.
- Top with a slice of cherry tomato and a pickle slice.
- Place another tater tot on top to complete the mini burger.
- Secure with a toothpick.
Serve:
- Arrange the mini tater tot cheeseburgers on a serving platter.
- Serve with ketchup and additional mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
Notes
- To keep tater tots crispy, assemble just before serving.
- Experiment with different cheeses or add a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheeseburger
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg