Taco Cupcakes

Taco Cupcakes! These bite-sized delights are a creative and delicious way to enjoy all your favorite taco flavors in a convenient, hand-held format. Perfect for parties, game days, or even a family dinner, these Taco Cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone. Let’s dive into this exciting recipe!

Resume of the Recipe:

Our Taco Cupcakes recipe combines the best elements of traditional tacos with the convenience of a cupcake form. Using wonton wrappers as the base, these savory cupcakes are filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and your favorite taco toppings. They’re quick to assemble, easy to bake, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

Exciting Story:

The inspiration for these Taco Cupcakes came from my love of finger foods and my kids’ obsession with tacos. One night, I decided to combine the two, and the result was nothing short of magical. The crispy wonton wrappers, savory beef filling, and gooey cheese made these Taco Cupcakes an instant family favorite. They’ve become a go-to recipe for parties and gatherings, always impressing guests with their unique presentation and delicious taste.

Why This Taco Cupcakes:

Why This Taco Cupcakes?

• Fun and Creative: A unique way to enjoy tacos that’s perfect for any occasion.
• Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward assembly.
• Customizable: Add your favorite taco toppings to make them your own.

 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup water
• 24 wonton wrappers
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
• Cooking spray

How to Make Taco Cupcakes:

1. Preheat and Prepare:
   1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
   1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
   2. Add the taco seasoning mix and water, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
3. Assemble the Cupcakes:
   1. Place one wonton wrapper in each muffin cup, pressing it down to form a cup shape.
   2. Add a spoonful of the seasoned beef mixture to each cup.
   3. Sprinkle a little shredded cheese on top of the beef.
   4. Place another wonton wrapper on top of the cheese, pressing it down gently.
   5. Add another spoonful of the beef mixture, followed by more cheese.
4. Bake:
   1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the wonton wrappers are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Top and Serve:
   1. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool slightly in the tin.
   2. Carefully remove the cupcakes from the tin and place them on a serving platter.
   3. Top each cupcake with a spoonful of salsa, a few black olives, a sprinkle of green onions, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Tips:

• Use a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese for extra flavor.
• Add a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture for a spicy kick.
• Prepare the beef mixture ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for quick assembly.

Taco Cupcakes

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Recipe by Alexandra Course: All Word Recipes

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

1

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Ingredients

• 1 lb 1 ground beef

• 1 packet 1 taco seasoning mix

• 1 cup 1 water

• 24 24 wonton wrappers

• 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 shredded cheddar cheese

• 1/2 cup 1/2 salsa

• 1/4 cup 1/4 sliced black olives

• 1/4 cup 1/4 chopped green onions

• 1/2 cup 1/2 sour cream (optional)

• Cooking spray

Directions

• Preheat and Prepare:
• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
• Cook the Ground Beef:
• In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
• Add the taco seasoning mix and water, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
• Assemble the Cupcakes:
• Place one wonton wrapper in each muffin cup, pressing it down to form a cup shape.
• Add a spoonful of the seasoned beef mixture to each cup.
• Sprinkle a little shredded cheese on top of the beef.
• Place another wonton wrapper on top of the cheese, pressing it down gently.
• Add another spoonful of the beef mixture, followed by more cheese.
• Bake:
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the wonton wrappers are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Top and Serve:
• Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool slightly in the tin.
• Carefully remove the cupcakes from the tin and place them on a serving platter.
• Top each cupcake with a spoonful of salsa, a few black olives, a sprinkle of green onions, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

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