Description
These Crunchy Taco Cups are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional tacos, featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes, and melted cheddar cheese nestled inside crispy wonton wrappers. Perfect for parties, appetizers, or a family meal, they deliver all the delicious taco flavors in a convenient, bite-sized cup.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef, browned and drained
- 1 envelope (3 tablespoons) taco seasoning
- 1 (10-oz) can Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles, drained
Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (or Mexican blend)
Shells
- 24 wonton wrappers
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly coat a standard 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Taco Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the browned and drained ground beef, taco seasoning, and drained diced tomatoes with green chiles. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasoning and tomatoes.
- Assemble Cups: Line each muffin cup with one wonton wrapper to form the base. Add a layer of the taco meat mixture, then sprinkle some shredded cheese. Add a second wonton wrapper layer on top, followed by more taco mixture, and finish with a final layer of shredded cheese.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the wonton wrappers are golden and crispy and the cheese has melted. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and keep the taco cups from becoming soggy.
- Draining the diced tomatoes and green chiles is important to keep the wonton wrappers crisp.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a Mexican cheese blend or Monterey Jack for a different flavor.
- These taco cups can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- For extra crunch, brush the wonton wrappers lightly with melted butter before assembling.
