Use Tater Tot Rounds For The Most Adorable Slider Appetizers

Cheeseburgers and tater tot rounds are a classic dinner combination that is both simple and affordable to make at home. Burgers and tots join forces in this simple appetizer that's the best of both worlds with the satisfying crunch of tater tots and the savory tenderness of ground beef in a single bite. These tiny cheeseburgers are assembled onto toothpick skewers using tater tots instead of buns. This recipe is simple and contains ingredients that you probably already have on hand.    

These sliders would be a great addition to a charcuterie or "shotcuterie" spread since the latter are becoming a more popular favorite for parties. The former (tot sliders) are also a very kid-friendly concoction since tiny humans will love to assist with building the miniature burger towers before they devour them. The tiny little pickles that top these sliders off, elevate the cuteness scale for this adorable little appetizer but you could also substitute your favorite burger ingredients to customize this recipe.

Tater tots are a classic American comfort food that can be enjoyed a la carte or in one of many different casserole recipes – even Tim Walz is a fan. If you're looking for a new way to stretch the ingredients from last week's menu, tater tot sliders are the perfect appetizer that is resourceful and tasty. Replacing tater tots with buns is a creative and efficient way to repurpose this delicious finger food. 

The invention of tater tots was an effort to minimize food waste. The classic comfort food was created out of a need to utilize the potato scraps left over. This recipe is also gluten-free if you use a gluten-free brand of tater tots such as Ore-Ida. These simple and delightful little cheeseburger bites will be the life of the party if you add them to the menu next time you entertain.