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Taco cupcakes in a muffin tin, topped with cheese, lettuce, sour cream, and salsa
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Taco Cupcakes

Delicious bite-sized Taco Cupcakes filled with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Skillet

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb Ground Beef

Seasoning

  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning

Cupcake Components

  • 12 pieces Cupcake Wrappers

Toppings

  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup Salsa

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place cupcake wrappers in a muffin tin to hold your Taco Cupcakes.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain the excess fat.
  • Stir in the taco seasoning with 2/3 cup of water. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the liquid is almost completely absorbed.
  • Spoon the seasoned beef mixture into the cupcake wrappers, filling them about halfway.
  • Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef in each wrapper.
  • Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Once out of the oven, let them cool for a couple of minutes. Top each Taco Cupcake with shredded lettuce, sour cream, and salsa.
  • These little bites of joy can be served warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Taco Cupcakes!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze unbaked cupcakes for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg