Description
Taco cups are a fun and easy way to enjoy the flavors of tacos in a bite-sized form using wonton wrappers, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes, lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, stirring occasionally. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning to the cooked beef according to package instructions, usually adding water as well. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Grease a muffin tin lightly.
- Place a wonton wrapper in each muffin cup, pressing down gently to form a cup shape.
- Fill each wonton cup with the seasoned beef mixture, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy and golden-brown, and cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving with optional toppings.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken. Customize toppings as per your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: taco cups, appetizers, party food, easy recipe, finger food