Taco Muffins

Turn taco night into a portable, crowd-pleasing event with these savory Taco Muffins! Featuring seasoned ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, and a moist, fluffy batter, this quick and easy recipe combines the bold flavors of tacos with the convenience of a muffin. Perfect for busy weeknights, game-day snacks, or even meal prepping, these taco-inspired muffins are baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Customize your toppings with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for added flair. Whether served hot for dinner or as an on-the-go lunch, Taco Muffins are a fun, family-friendly twist on a classic favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 2 tbsp Taco seasoning
• 1 cup Water
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp Baking powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper muffin liners.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir to combine and cook for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Step 6

Fold the cooked taco meat and shredded cheddar cheese into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1457.4 grams (1457.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2637

Total Fat 152.20g	195%
Saturated Fat 73.80g	369%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 871mg	290%
Sodium 5477mg	238%
Total Carbohydrate 171.70g	62%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 12.50g
Protein 145.90g	292%

Vitamin D 161IU	803%
Calcium 1306mg	100%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 1934mg	41%

*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: 51.9%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 26.0%