Beef Taco Cups
These two-bite Beef Taco Cups are ideal for any occasion that calls for delicious snack foods. Top them with your favorite taco fixins’ and they’re ready to devour.
Easy Beef Taco Cups Recipe Made with Wonton Wrappers
When it comes to party food, Mexican-inspired snacks are at the top of the menu for my family and friends. Whether we’re in the mood for classic slow cooker queso blanco, a fresh batch of guacamole or baked potato nachos, they never last long. These easy two bite taco cups are made using wonton wrappers you can find at most any grocery store. They work like a charm for the crust and bake crisp and golden, too. Easy Taco Cups in a muffin pan:
- Beef – Lean ground sirloin.
- Olive oil.
- Vegetables – Onion, garlic and canned Rotel Chili Fixins’ or similar.
- Seasonings – Taco seasoning, salt and lemon pepper.
- Cheese – Shredded colby jack cheese.
- Crust – Wonton wrappers.
- Toppings – Sour cream, green onions, salsa, black olives or pico de gallo. You can use any of your favorite toppings as a garnish.
How to Make the Best Beef Taco Cups Recipe
When planning a starter menu do just that, make a plan. Writing out the menu will give you opportunity to make sure the dishes you create will balance one another, and that you’ll have a good variety of choices. Many dips and fillings for baked recipes can be prepared then placed into airtight containers and chilled until assembling to bake.
- Ingredients you’ll need to make easy Beef Taco Cups: Wonton wrappers, ground sirloin, taco seasoning, salt, lemon pepper, Rotel tomatoes, diced onion, garlic and sour cream black olives and chives or green onions for garnishing the tops.
- These beef taco cups utilize wonton wrappers for the crust. They work like a charm, and there’s no dough to roll and cut. You can fully assemble these in the pan, cover and chill until baking to save time.
- To lower your stress level, prep as many ingredients in advance as possible. This includes grating cheese, chopping vegetables and making dipping sauces. You can make the beef filling in advance and pop it into the refrigerator until just before baking.
- Fresh herbs sprinkled on top of any dish will add color and interest. Remember, we eat first with our eyes so top these beef taco cups with chopped chives, green onions or even chopped cilantro for color.
- If you prefer to assemble these just before baking, you can go ahead and make the beef taco filling and have the grated cheese ready to go, to expedite assembly. You’ll be so happy you took the time to prep ahead of time.
- These taco cups are best baked and served. If you find there are leftovers, store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave. Please note, the wrappers may lose their crunch after chilling.
More Mexican Inspired Recipes to Make
I have many recipes in the Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen recipe index featuring Mexican flavors from finger foods and dips, to braised ribs, crockpot chicken and salads. These are just a few you may like to try:
- Crockpot Pulled Chicken Tacos make a quick meal on a busy day.
- Taco Taters are a fun twist on potato skins.
- Mexican Street Corn Salad is packed with flavor.
- Homemade Ranchero Sauce is the ideal condiment or cooking sauce.
- Stuffed Mexican Cornbread can be enjoyed as a side dish or an entrée topped with your favorite taco fixings.
- Make your own flavorful Refried Beans.
- Salsa Chicken and Rice Casserole can be assembled in advance and baked before serving.
- You may also like to try these Keto Taco Bites from All Day I Dream About Food.
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Helpful Kitchen Items:
Beef Taco Cups
Ingredients
- 1 lb extra lean ground sirloin
- Olive oil
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 medium cloves garlic minced
- 1 10 oz can Rotel Chili Fixins'
- 2 Tbsp quality taco seasoning
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp lemon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded colby jack cheese divided
- 24 wonton wrappers
- Sour cream plus assorted toppings for serving i.e. green onion, salsa, black olives, pico de gallo
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 24 cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Drizzle a large skillet with olive oil. Add the ground sirloin and diced onion. Cook over medium high-heat until no pink remains. Add the garlic to the pan cooking for 1 minute or until fragrant. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- To the skillet add the chili fixins', taco seasoning, salt and lemon pepper. Lower the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool slightly. (May be done in advance and chilled until assembling)
- To assemble: Fit one wonton in each muffin cup. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese into the bottom of each cup.
- Divide the taco beef between the muffin cups. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese. Lightly spritz exposed wonton with cooking spray or brush lightly with oil.
- Place into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes just until the cheese has melted and wontons are golden.
- Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream topped with black olives and green onion, or any of your favorite taco toppings.
Can’t wait to try these. I know i will have to double this recipe. Thank you b
Not a bad idea!