All your favorite comfort foods in one fun, handheld cone
If you love bacon, cheeseburgers, and tater tots, this Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones recipe is a must-try. Crispy, golden tater tot “cones” are filled with juicy ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy bacon for a playful, indulgent snack or dinner. Perfect for parties, game days, or a fun family meal!
Why You’ll Love These Tater Tot Cones
🍔 All the flavors of a bacon cheeseburger
🥔 Crispy tater tot cone shell
🧀 Gooey, melty cheese in every bite
👨👩👧👦 Fun to make and eat—kids love them
⏱ Ready in about 35–40 minutes
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Tater Tot Cones
1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
Cooking spray
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Filling
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup diced onions (optional)
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
Pickles
Lettuce
Tomatoes
Extra cheese
Drizzle of ranch or burger sauce
How to Make Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a cupcake pan or cone mold. Spray a nonstick cone mold or use foil cones for shaping.
Step 2: Form the Tater Tot Cones
Arrange tater tots around the cone mold, overlapping slightly to form a shell. Press gently to secure. Spray with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Step 3: Cook the Filling
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in cooked bacon, onions, ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix in ½ cup shredded cheese until melted.
Step 4: Assemble the Cones
Carefully remove tater tot cones from molds. Fill each cone with the bacon cheeseburger mixture. Top with remaining cheese and optional toppings.
Step 5: Finish
Place filled cones back in the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese completely. Serve immediately.
Tips for Perfect Tater Tot Cones
Use frozen tater tots straight from the bag—no thawing needed
Spray molds with nonstick spray for easy removal
Press tots tightly for sturdier cones
Serve immediately for best crunch
Fun Variations
🌶 Spicy Cheeseburger Cones – Add jalapeños or hot sauce
🥬 Veggie Lovers – Mix in sautéed mushrooms, peppers, or onions
🥓 Double Bacon – Add extra crispy bacon on top
🧀 Cheese Lovers – Mix cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack
Serving Suggestions
Pair with ketchup, mustard, or ranch
Serve with coleslaw or salad on the side
Perfect for game days, parties, or casual dinners
Storage & Reheating
Best served fresh for maximum crispiness
Store leftover filling in the fridge up to 3 days
Tater tot shells are best baked fresh; reheat filling separately
Conclusion
These Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones are a playful, indulgent twist on two all-time favorites. Crispy tots, juicy beef, melty cheese, and bacon make every bite a flavor explosion. Fun, handheld, and totally irresistible, they’re sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike 🥓🧀🍔