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!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 3

Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Spread the meatballs evenly across the greased baking dish. Pour the cheese mixture over the meatballs, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped dill pickle slices over the cheese mixture, then top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 8

Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the casserole. Press them down gently so they stick to the cheese layer.

Step 9

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.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the tater tots for a burger-inspired garnish before serving.

Step 11

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes, then scoop and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2060.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4847.0

Total Fat 333.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.8g
Cholesterol 921.4mg	0%
Sodium 10502.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 175.5g	0%

Vitamin D 96.0IU	0%
Calcium 2064.7mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 4112.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 26.1%