Description
These Taco Cupcakes are a fun twist on traditional tacos, with seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and all your favorite toppings baked into individual portions. Perfect for parties or a unique weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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For the Taco Cupcakes:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 24 wonton wrappers
For Toppings:
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
- 1/2 cup salsa (for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Optional Toppings: Diced tomatoes, Guacamole, Sliced jalapeños, Sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and water according to the packet instructions. Let simmer.
- Layer the Taco Cupcakes: Press one wonton wrapper into each cup of the muffin tin. Add a spoonful of the seasoned beef and top with a sprinkle of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Add a second wonton wrapper on top and repeat the beef and cheese layers.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden, and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish and Serve: Let the taco cupcakes cool for a few minutes before removing them from the muffin tin. Garnish with sour cream, salsa, and green onions. Add any optional toppings you like.
- Enjoy: Serve warm with your favorite sides like chips and salsa. Enjoy your delicious Taco Cupcakes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco cupcake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Taco Cupcakes, Taco Cupcake Recipe, Individual Taco Cups
