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Taco Cupcakes Recipe

Taco Cupcakes Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 taco cupcakes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Taco Cupcakes are a fun twist on traditional tacos, perfect for parties or game day. They are easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

For the taco meat:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • ⅓ cup water

For the cupcakes:

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough or crescent dough
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Chopped green onions, black olives, or diced tomatoes for topping
  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare the muffin tin: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Cook the taco meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and water, then simmer until thickened.
  3. Prepare the cupcake base: Flatten each biscuit or crescent square and press into the muffin cups to form a cup shape.
  4. Assemble the cupcakes: Spoon salsa into each dough cup, then add taco meat and shredded cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  6. Top and serve: Let cool slightly, then top each cupcake with sour cream and your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Swap beef for ground turkey or black beans for a lighter or vegetarian version.
  • Great for parties or game day; can be made ahead and reheated.