Description
Taco Cupcakes are a fun and delicious twist on traditional tacos, featuring seasoned ground beef and salsa nestled inside golden biscuit dough cups, topped with cheddar cheese and fresh garnishes. These bite-sized appetizers are perfect for parties or a tasty snack, combining the flavors of a taco with the convenience of a cupcake.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ½ cup salsa
Biscuit Cups
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (10-count)
- Nonstick cooking spray
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a standard muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the cooked taco cupcakes.
- Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat to keep the mixture lean.
- Season the meat: Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa into the cooked beef. Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes until it thickens and the flavors meld together, then remove from heat.
- Prepare the biscuit dough cups: Separate the biscuit dough biscuits and flatten each piece into a 4-inch circle. Press each flattened biscuit evenly into the muffin tin cups, shaping them into cups to hold the filling.
- Assemble the tacos: Spoon the seasoned meat mixture evenly into each biscuit dough cup, then top each with a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Cool and garnish: Allow the taco cupcakes to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the pan. Top each cupcake with a dollop of sour cream, then garnish with chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture to increase heat and flavor.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter version of this recipe.
- Ensure the biscuit dough is pressed well into the muffin tin to avoid leaks during baking.
- Serve these taco cupcakes with extra salsa or guacamole on the side for added dipping options.
