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Taco Cupcakes Recipe

Taco Cupcakes Recipe


  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 18 taco cupcakes
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Taco Cupcakes are a fun and delicious twist on traditional tacos. These individual servings are perfect for parties or a family dinner.


Ingredients

Ground Beef:

1 pound

Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix:

1 packet (1 oz)

Water:

2/3 cup

Wonton Wrappers:

36 pieces

Old El Paso™ Traditional Refried Beans:

1 can (16 oz)

Tortilla Chips:

36 pieces

Cheddar Cheese (shredded):

2 cups

Optional Toppings:

sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, onion


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: to 375°F. Spray 18 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. Brown beef: in a skillet and drain the fat. Add the taco seasoning mix and water, and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Layer ingredients: Place one wonton wrapper in the bottom of each muffin cup. Layer about 1 tablespoon of refried beans on top of each wonton. Crush one tortilla chip on top of the beans. Top with 1 tablespoon of taco meat and 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese. Repeat the layers again with a wonton wrapper, refried beans, tortilla chips, taco meat, and cheese.
  4. Bake: for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove cupcakes from tin and top with your favorite taco toppings (like sour cream, diced tomatoes, onion, or cilantro).
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco cupcake
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Taco Cupcakes, Taco Recipe, Party Food, Mexican Appetizer