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Mini Taco Cupcakes with Zesty Ground Beef and Cheese

Mini Taco Cupcakes with Zesty Ground Beef and Cheese


  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini taco cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Mini Taco Cupcakes with Zesty Ground Beef and Cheese are a fun and delicious twist on traditional tacos. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties or a casual dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 package wonton wrappers
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
  3. Add taco seasoning and water to the beef. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Grease a muffin tin and place wonton wrappers in each cup.
  5. Fill each wrapper with the beef mixture and top with cheese.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the wrappers are crispy and cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  8. Top with diced tomatoes, sour cream, green onions, and cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the beef mixture.
  • These can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
  • Experiment with different toppings like avocado or salsa.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Mini Taco Cupcakes, Taco Cupcakes, Ground Beef Tacos, Party Food, Appetizer