Cheeseburger Meatball Casserole
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food mash-up with this Cheeseburger Meatball Casserole! Combining all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the heartiness of a casserole, this crowd-pleasing dish layers juicy homemade meatballs, a creamy cheddar cheese sauce infused with ketchup and mustard, and a topping of crispy golden tater tots. With a garnish of chopped dill pickles and optional sesame seeds for that perfect burger-inspired finish, this casserole is a fun, family-friendly dinner idea. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s ready in just an hour and serves up to six hungry diners. Perfect for fans of creative casseroles, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving nostalgic cheeseburger flavors in a new form!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 Egg
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Mustard
- 0.25 cup Dill pickle slices, chopped
- 32 ounces Frozen tater tots
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are browned on the outside but not fully cooked through. Remove from the oven and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
Spread the meatballs evenly across the greased baking dish. Pour the cheese mixture over the meatballs, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the chopped dill pickle slices over the cheese mixture, then top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the casserole. Press them down gently so they stick to the cheese layer.
Bake the casserole in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is bubbly.
If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the tater tots for a burger-inspired garnish before serving.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes, then scoop and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 333.2 g | 427% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.5 g | 622% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 921 mg | 307% | |
| Sodium | 10503 mg | 457% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 326.4 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 175.5 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 2065 mg | 159% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 4113 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
