Taco Bites

Get ready to elevate your party appetizers with these irresistible Taco Bites—perfectly crispy, mini taco cups packed with bold flavors in every bite. Made with mini tortilla rounds, seasoned ground beef, and melty cheddar cheese, these bite-sized delights are baked to golden perfection in your trusty muffin tin. Topped with fresh shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, a dollop of creamy sour cream, and optional jalapeño slices for a spicy kick, they’re as customizable as they are delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, these easy-to-make Taco Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game days, gatherings, or weeknight dinners. Indulge in this fun and flavorful twist on traditional tacos that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces mini tortilla rounds
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 12 pieces jalapeño slices (optional)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is fully coated and the seasoning is absorbed.

Step 5

Place the mini tortilla rounds into the cups of a muffin tin, pressing them down gently to form a small shell shape.

Step 6

Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly into each tortilla cup.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of each filled tortilla cup.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla cups are crispy.

Step 9

Remove the taco bites from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Top each taco bite with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and a jalapeño slice if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your easy and delicious Taco Bites!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1275.6 grams (1275.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3542

Total Fat 225.20g	289%
Saturated Fat 85.50g	428%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 480mg	160%
Sodium 5929mg	258%
Total Carbohydrate 254.80g	93%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 12.30g
Protein 134.20g	268%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1307mg	101%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 1864mg	40%

*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: 56.6%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 28.4%