Description
These Crispy Taco Cupcakes are the perfect bite-sized treat with layers of taco seasoned beef, cheese, and crispy wonton wrappers, topped with fresh tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and optional guacamole. The ultimate game day snack or party appetizer!
Ingredients
12 wonton wrappers
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon salt)
⅓ cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
½ cup refried beans (optional, for extra creaminess)
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup sour cream (for topping)
¼ cup guacamole (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
Cook the beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess grease.
Season the beef: Stir in taco seasoning and water, then simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
Assemble the taco cups:
Place one wonton wrapper in each muffin cup, pressing it down to form a base.
Add a teaspoon of refried beans (if using) and a tablespoon of taco meat.
Sprinkle with cheese and top with another wonton wrapper, pressing gently.
Repeat with another layer of meat and cheese.
Bake to perfection: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the wontons are crispy and golden brown.
Garnish and serve: Remove from the muffin tin and top with diced tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
Notes
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You can use ground turkey for a leaner option.
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These taco cupcakes are customizable—add jalapeños for a spicy kick or black olives for an extra layer of flavor!
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If making ahead, store taco cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for 5 minutes at 350°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco cupcake
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg