Ingredients:
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 pickles 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 they are fully cooked.
Place a small square of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking 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 the layers 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.
Enjoy your fun and tasty Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers!