Description
Taco Cupcakes are a fun, handheld twist on traditional tacos, layered with meat, beans, cheese, and tortillas in muffin tins for a crispy, flavorful bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 24 wonton wrappers or 12 small flour tortillas, cut to fit muffin cups
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup refried beans or black beans
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
- Olive oil or nonstick spray (for greasing muffin tin)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped tomatoes, jalapeños, green onions, avocado, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a muffin tin with olive oil or nonstick spray.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water to the beef. Simmer until thickened, then remove from heat.
- Press a wonton wrapper or small tortilla round into each muffin cup.
- Add a spoonful of beans, followed by seasoned meat, salsa, and shredded cheese into each cup.
- If using wonton wrappers, repeat the layers with a second wrapper and filling.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until edges are golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly, then top with desired toppings like sour cream, avocado, or chopped tomatoes.
Notes
- Wonton wrappers give a crispier texture, while tortillas provide a heartier base.
- Customize with your favorite protein, cheese, and toppings.
- For a spicy version, use hot salsa and add jalapeños to the filling.
- Reheat in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco cupcake
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
