Description
These Easy Crunchy Taco Cups are a fun and tasty appetizer or snack featuring seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese in crispy wonton wrappers. Ready in just 22 minutes, they’re perfect for a quick party treat or casual meal with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef, drained
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 (10-oz) can Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles, drained
Assembly
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 24 wonton wrappers
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) so that it reaches the right temperature by the time the taco cups are ready to bake.
- Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess grease to keep the cups from being too oily.
- Season Mixture: Stir the taco seasoning and drained Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chiles into the cooked beef. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors and heat everything through.
- Prepare Wonton Cups: Lightly grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking, then press a wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to form little cups that will hold the filling.
- Fill Cups: Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each wonton cup, filling them generously.
- Add Cheese: Top each filled wonton cup with shredded cheddar cheese to create a melty and delicious topping.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the wonton wrappers turn crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the taco cups cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for added flavor.
Notes
- Drain the ground beef well after cooking to avoid soggy cups.
- You can substitute shredded mozzarella or pepper jack cheese if preferred.
- These taco cups can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven to keep them crispy.
- Try adding toppings like chopped cilantro, diced onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.
- Use a non-stick spray or brush the muffin tin lightly with oil to ensure easy removal of the cups.
