Taco Cups
Taco Cups are fun, bite-sized taco treats made with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and crispy tortilla shells. Perfect for parties, appetizers, or kid-friendly meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 6 flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream salsa, diced tomatoes, green onions, shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Season the beef: Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
- Cut the tortillas: Cut each tortilla into 4 squares to create 24 pieces.
- Form the cups: Press tortilla squares into muffin tin cups, folding edges to fit.
- Fill the cups: Spoon beef mixture into each tortilla cup.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the top of each cup.
- Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, or until tortillas are golden and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then top with desired garnishes and enjoy.
Notes
- You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Add black beans or corn to the meat mixture for extra texture and flavor.
- Great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven for best results.