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🌮 YUMMY OMG Taco Cupcakes

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Crispy, cheesy, handheld taco “cupcakes” baked in a muffin tin — the perfect party snack or family dinner!


Ingredients

(Your ingredients + the essential add-ons)

For the Meat Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water (for seasoning mix)

For the Cupcake Layers

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 wonton wrappers or small flour tortilla squares
  • Optional (but delicious):
    • 1/2 cup refried beans
    • 1/4 cup salsa

For Toppings

  • Sour cream
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Jalapeños
  • Green onions
  • Olives
  • More cheese 😁

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Taco Meat

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet.
  3. Drain fat.
  4. Add taco seasoning + 1/4 cup water.
  5. Cook until thickened (3–4 minutes).

2. Prepare the “Cupcake” Base

  1. Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
  2. Place one wonton wrapper (or tortilla piece) in the bottom of each muffin cup.
  3. Add a small spoonful of:
    • Taco meat
    • (Optional) refried beans
  4. Sprinkle a pinch of cheddar cheese.

3. Build the Second Layer

  1. Place another wonton wrapper on top.
  2. Add more taco meat.
  3. Top with more cheddar cheese.

(Each cupcake will have two layers.)


4. Bake

  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are crispy and cheese is melted.

5. Load the Toppings

Let cool slightly, then add:

  • Sour cream
  • Lettuce
  • Tomatoes
  • Jalapeños
  • Anything you love!