Description
These Cheesy Taco Cupcakes are a playful twist on taco night, combining seasoned beef, salsa, and gooey cheese in a delicious, handheld bite. Perfect for parties or a fun dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup salsa (any spice level you like)
- Sour cream, for topping
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a cupcake pan with non-stick spray.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any grease, then mix in taco seasoning and a little water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, flour, baking powder, milk, and salsa until smooth. Fold in the beef mixture and half of the shredded cheese.
- Spoon the mixture into the cupcake pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
To make it lighter, use lean turkey and add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Don’t overfill the cups to avoid overflow. Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months for a quick snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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