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Taco Cupcakes: Discover the Fun Twist on Tacos!

Taco Cupcakes are a fun and delicious twist on traditional tacos, served in a convenient cupcake form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup black olives sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning according to package instructions. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Press each triangle into the bottom and up the sides of a greased muffin tin to form a cup.
  4. Spoon a layer of the seasoned ground beef into each crescent cup, followed by a tablespoon of salsa and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Top each taco cupcake with a dollop of sour cream, chopped green onions, sliced olives, and cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • For a vegetarian version, use black beans or lentils instead of meat.

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