Mexican Snack Cups

Perfect for parties, game nights, or an irresistible snack, these Mexican Snack Cups pack bold flavors and effortless charm into bite-sized treats! Built on a crunchy base of crushed tortilla chips, each cup is layered with refried beans, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and seasoned ground beef or chicken. After a quick bake, these savory delights are crowned with dollops of sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo, and garnished with fresh cilantro and optional jalapeños for a zesty, colorful finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, these snack cups are a handheld explosion of your favorite Mexican flavors, served with lime wedges for a tangy kick. Ideal as a crowd-pleaser or a satisfying appetizer, these Mexican Snack Cups are a must-try for lovers of vibrant, easy-to-make Tex-Mex recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups (crushed) Tortilla chips
• 1 cup Refried beans
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Cooked and seasoned ground beef (or chicken)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Guacamole
• 0.5 cup Pico de gallo
• 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 pieces (for garnish) Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

2. Line a muffin tin with parchment or silicone liners to make it easier to remove the snack cups later.

Step 3

3. Take the crushed tortilla chips and divide them evenly among the muffin tin compartments. Press them down lightly to create a base.

Step 4

4. Layer a tablespoon of refried beans on top of the crushed tortilla chips in each compartment.

Step 5

5. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar cheese over the refried beans.

Step 6

6. Add a heaping tablespoon of cooked, seasoned ground beef (or chicken) on top of the cheese layer.

Step 7

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the layers are heated through.

Step 8

8. Once baked, remove the snack cups from the oven and let them cool slightly for 3-5 minutes.

Step 9

9. Add a dollop of sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo to each snack cup.

Step 10

10. Garnish with diced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Step 11

11. Serve immediately and enjoy these flavorful, handheld Mexican Snack Cups!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1162.3 grams (1162.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2640

Total Fat 193.40g	248%
Saturated Fat 73.20g	366%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.60g
Cholesterol 373mg	124%
Sodium 3058mg	133%
Total Carbohydrate 140.70g	51%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 13.00g
Protein 108.50g	217%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1275mg	98%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 2603mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 20.6%