Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones with Colossal Cheese Volcano

Introduction

Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones with Colossal Cheese Volcano is not just a recipe—it’s a full-blown food event. Imagine crispy tater tots formed into cones, packed with juicy ground beef, smoky bacon, tangy condiments, and then crowned with a molten lava-style cheese explosion. This dish is the definition of over-the-top comfort food.

The first time I came across something like this was at a bustling Midwest state fair. Stalls were lined with funnel cakes, deep-fried Twinkies, and corn dogs, but one stand had a line that wrapped around the block. The sign read: “Cheeseburger Tater Tot Cones with Cheese Volcano.” People couldn’t get enough. When I finally tried one, I knew I’d stumbled on something unforgettable: crunchy outside, gooey inside, and that glorious cheese flow on top.

This recipe brings that same carnival magic right into your own kitchen. Whether it’s for Super Bowl Sunday, a birthday bash, or just a fun family night, these cones will steal the show. They combine everything we love about burgers, nachos, and loaded fries, all in one dish. And if you’re already a fan of outrageous comfort food, you’ll love pairing them with our Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs—another cheesy handheld treat.

Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones with Colossal Cheese Volcano

For the Filling

• 1 lb ground beef

• 6 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled

• ½ cup diced onions

• ¼ cup ketchup

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• ¼ cup mustard

• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Cones

• 24 frozen tater tots, hollowed carefully

For the Cheese Volcano

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

Step 1 – Prep the Filling

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Heat a skillet and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease, then stir in bacon, onions, ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper. The aroma will already make you hungry.

Step 2 – Stuff the Tater Tot Cones

Use a straw or the handle of a small spoon to hollow out the center of each frozen tater tot. Carefully stuff them with the beef mixture, pressing down gently so they hold together. Top each cone with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.

Step 3 – First Bake

Arrange the stuffed cones on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the tots are golden and the cheese has melted.

Step 4 – Build the Cheese Volcano

Pile the remaining cheeseburger mixture into a mound on top of the cones. Mix mozzarella with it and shape it into a “volcano” that sits proudly at the top.

Step 5 – Final Bake

Return to the oven for another 5–10 minutes. Watch as the mozzarella and cheddar melt together, bubbling and flowing like molten cheese lava.

Step 6 – Serve

Top with fresh chives, extra bacon crumbles, or even a drizzle of spicy sauce. Serve immediately, and watch everyone’s eyes light up.

Tips & Variations

• Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce into the beef filling.

• Tex-Mex Twist: Swap ketchup with salsa and season the beef with taco spices.

• Loaded Style: After baking, garnish with sour cream, guacamole, or pico de gallo.

• Mini Volcanoes: Instead of one large volcano, make smaller versions for personal servings.

• Pairing Idea: Serve alongside our comforting Creamy Mushroom Soup for a balanced comfort food menu.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for crispiness.

• Freezer: Freeze unbaked stuffed cones in a single layer for up to 1 month. Bake directly from frozen, adding about 5 minutes.

Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: 50 minutes

• Yield: 6–8 servings

Tools Used

• Skillet

• Baking sheet

• Mixing bowls

• Spoon or straw (for hollowing tots)

• Oven

Final Thoughts: Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones with Colossal Cheese Volcano

Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones with Colossal Cheese Volcano is the ultimate mashup recipe—bold, cheesy, and guaranteed to wow your guests. Each cone is packed with flavor and finished with that dramatic cheese lava effect, making it as fun to serve as it is to eat.

For a complete comfort food spread, pair this with Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings or end on a sweet note with our Pineapple Juice Cake.

And if you’re craving even more over-the-top inspiration, browse Delish’s outrageous recipes or check out AllRecipes’ top-rated cheesy favorites—you’ll never run out of ideas for crowd-pleasing comfort food.

Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Tot Cones with Colossal Cheese Volcano

Juicy beef, crispy tots, smoky bacon, and a molten cheese lava topping—this is a party dish like no other.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

50 minutes mins

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Filling
• 1 lb ground beef
• 6 slices bacon cooked & crumbled
• ½ cup diced onions
• ¼ cup ketchup
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup mustard
• Salt & pepper to taste
• For the Cones
• 24 frozen tater tots hollowed
• For the Cheese Volcano
• 1 cup shredded cheddar
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella

Equipment

• Skillet
• - Baking sheet
• - Mixing bowls
• Straw or small spoon
• - Oven

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Cook ground beef in skillet, then add bacon, onions, condiments, and seasonings.
2. Hollow out frozen tots and stuff with filling. Top with cheddar.
3. Bake 15–20 minutes until crispy.
4. Build “volcano” with leftover filling and mozzarella.
5. Bake an additional 5–10 minutes until bubbling.
6. Garnish with chives or bacon bits and serve hot.

Notes

Add jalapeños for spice or salsa for Tex-Mex flair.

Store in fridge for 3 days or freeze before baking for 1 month.