Taco Cupcakes Delight: A Flavorful Appetizer Recipe
Taco Cupcakes Delight is a fun and flavorful appetizer that combines the essence of tacos in a convenient cupcake form. These individual servings are perfect for parties or gatherings, offering a tasty twist on traditional taco flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Wonton Wrappers:
12 pieces
Ground Beef:
1 pound
Taco Seasoning:
1 packet
Cheddar Cheese (shredded):
1 cup
Salsa:
1 cup
Sour Cream:
1/2 cup
Green Onions (chopped):
1/4 cup
Tomatoes (diced):
1/4 cup
Black Olives (sliced):
1/4 cup
Non-Stick Cooking Spray:
as needed
Salt and Pepper:
to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Prepare Wonton Cups:
- Cook Ground Beef:
- Layer Ingredients:
- Bake:
- Garnish and Serve:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
Press a wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to form a cup shape.
Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning and water as per packet instructions, stirring well.
Fill each wonton cup with meat, salsa, and cheddar cheese. Repeat the layering process with another wonton wrapper on top.
Bake for 15-18 minutes until the wonton edges are golden and crispy.
Top with sour cream, green onions, tomatoes, and black olives before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on personal preferences.
- These Taco Cupcakes can be served with additional toppings like guacamole or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Taco Cupcakes, Appetizer, Mexican, Party Food, Easy Recipe
