Description
These Crunchy Taco Cups are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional tacos, perfect for parties or family dinners. Made with layers of seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes, and lots of melted cheddar cheese, all nestled in crispy wonton wrappers baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Taco Filling
- 1 lb lean ground beef, browned and drained
- 1 envelope (3 tablespoons) taco seasoning
- 1 (10-oz) can Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles, drained
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (or Mexican blend)
Taco Cups
- 24 wonton wrappers
- Nonstick cooking spray for muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a standard 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the browned and drained ground beef with the taco seasoning and drained diced tomatoes and green chiles. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Assemble Taco Cups: Line each muffin cup with a wonton wrapper, pressing gently to fit. Add a spoonful of the taco mixture followed by a sprinkle of shredded cheese, then add another wonton wrapper layer, more taco mixture, and finish with a top layer of shredded cheese for a delicious cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 11-13 minutes until the wonton wrappers are golden brown, crispy, and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked black beans or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Use Mexican blend cheese for a more complex flavor.
- Make sure to drain the Rou-Tel tomatoes well to avoid soggy cups.
- These taco cups can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for extra flavor.
