Description
Taco Ranch Bites are flavorful, bite-sized snacks that capture the essence of tacos in a convenient, portable form. Perfect for game day or any casual gathering, these mini taco cups combine seasoned ground beef, cheddar cheese, and a drizzle of ranch dressing all baked inside crispy wonton wrappers.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Assembly
- 12 wonton wrappers
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the taco bites.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown 1 lb of ground beef until fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and then stir in 1 packet of taco seasoning until the meat is evenly coated and flavorful.
- Prepare Wonton Wrappers: Lightly press each wonton wrapper into the cups of a muffin tin, shaping them to form little cups ready to hold the filling.
- Fill and Top: Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture into each wonton wrapper cup, dividing it evenly among the 12 cups. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of each filled cup.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the wonton wrappers are golden and crisp and the cheese has melted.
- Serve with Ranch: Once baked, remove the taco bites from the oven and drizzle each with ranch dressing for a creamy and tangy finish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to press the wonton wrappers firmly in the muffin tin to avoid any spills during baking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- These bites can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes; avoid microwaving to maintain crispiness.
- Use gluten-free wonton wrappers if you need a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: taco bites, mini tacos, appetizer, game day snack, finger food, taco cups, ranch dressing
