Description
Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers are bite-sized, cheesy party snacks combining juicy, flavorful beef patties with melted cheese and crispy tater tots. Perfect for game days, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers, these mini cheeseburgers offer a fun and irresistible twist on classic comfort food that’s easy to make and share.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasonings
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder (1/2 tsp each)
Toppings
- Frozen tater tots (about 1 bag/16 oz)
- Mini cheddar or American cheese slices (10–12 slices, cut to fit patties)
- Condiments: ketchup, mustard, pickles (to taste)
Buns
- Mini slider buns (10–12)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mini Burger Patties: Mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and optional seasonings. Divide into small portions and shape into bite-sized patties roughly the size of a tater tot, ensuring even size for uniform cooking.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked. Alternatively, grill on an indoor grill pan.
- Prepare Tater Tots: Bake or air-fry tater tots according to package directions until golden brown and crispy, the key to adding texture and crunch.
- Assemble the Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers: Place each cooked patty on a slider bun, add a cheese slice so it melts from the heat, then top with a crispy tater tot. Add preferred condiments and cover with the top bun.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange assembled sliders on a platter and serve warm. These mini delights are best enjoyed fresh to keep the tater tots crispy and cheese melty.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook patties in batches for better browning.
- Use a sharp knife or scoop to make uniform patties for even cooking.
- Lightly toast slider buns before assembly to prevent sogginess.
- Choose cheeses that melt well, such as American or cheddar.
- Serve immediately to maintain crispiness and optimal flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat in oven or air fryer.
- Freeze individually wrapped assembled sliders for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheeseburger
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Mini cheeseburgers, tater tot sliders, party snacks, bite-sized appetizers, comfort food, easy recipe