Taco Cups
These Easy Taco Cups are the perfect snack as a Game Day Appetizer or as a meal. Fun to make and so easy to change up the fillings.
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal
Equipment
- 12 count cupcake containers
- Skillet
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef turkey, or chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup salsa optional
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 cup shredded 4 cheese Mexican Blend
- ¼-1/2 cup sour cream
- ¼-1/2 cup guacamole
- ¼ cup fresh diced tomatoes
- ½ cup salsa optional
- Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees
- In a large skillet heat olive oil on medium heat.
- Add the meat, onions, and bell peppers to the pan.
- Break the meat up and cook completely.
- Drain oil from the meat mixture.
- Add in one packet of taco seasoning and ¼ cup water.
- If adding salsa, add your preferred salsa and mix until well incorporated
- Add more water as necessary for the preferred consistency.
- Spray cupcake/muffin tin with nonstick spray
- Add in one wonton per cup.
- Add 1 teaspoon of cheese, then top with another wonton wrapper
- Add 1 tablespoon of cheese and 1 heaping spoonful of the meat mixture
- Bake for 10-12 mins until golden brown
- Remove from oven and serve with favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or turkey to reduce the fat content of the taco cups.
- For a low-carb option, substitute the wonton wrappers with almond flour tortillas or lettuce wraps.
- Experiment with different fillings such as black beans, green chilies, or refried beans to add extra flavor and texture.
- Leftover taco meat can be used as a filling for these taco cups, providing a creative way to repurpose leftovers.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat them in the oven or microwave for a quick and delicious snack.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg