Description
Savory taco cupcakes deliver Mexican-inspired finger-food magic that blends crispy wonton wrappers with zesty seasoned beef and melted cheese. Quick assembly and irresistible flavor make you crave these bite-sized party favorites that satisfy comfort food cravings in one perfect mouthful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 taco seasoning packet
Toppings and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the muffin tin by greasing it lightly and heating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown ground beef in a skillet, then mix in taco seasoning until fully incorporated and fragrant.
- Create the first layer by placing a wonton wrapper at the bottom of each muffin cup.
- Distribute seasoned beef evenly across the first wonton layer, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Sprinkle a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the beef layer.
- Carefully position a second wonton wrapper on top of the cheese layer.
- Repeat the beef and cheese layering process for the second tier of each cupcake.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until wonton wrappers turn crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the taco cupcakes cool for a few minutes to set their structure.
- Garnish each cupcake with a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting taco seasoning intensity to suit personal heat preferences.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based protein for healthier alternative protein options.
- Use gluten-free wonton wrappers to make the recipe celiac and gluten-sensitive friendly.
- Prepare extra cheese and toppings for guests who enjoy more garnishes on their taco cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 207 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg