Best 8 Easy Taco Cups Recipes

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CRUNCHY TACO CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: lean ground beef, taco seasoning, diced tomato, diced green chilies, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, large flour tortillas

Provided by Iris Tian

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 12 taco cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean ground beef
3 tablespoons taco seasoning, 1 envenlope
6 oz diced tomato
4 oz diced green chilies, 1 can
1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 large flour tortillas

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and drain any remaining fat. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add taco seasoning, tomatoes and green chiles to the ground beef and stir to combine.
  • Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
  • Cut flour tortillas into a square shape and cut each into 4 smaller equally sized square pieces.
  • Generously coat a standard size muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Line each cup of prepared muffin tin with a tortilla sheet.
  • Add 1.5 tablespoons taco mixture. Top with 1 tablespoon of cheese. Press down and add another layer of tortilla sheet, taco mixture, and a final layer of cheese.
  • Lightly brush the top edges of the tortilla with cooking oil.
  • Bake 18-20 minutes until cups are heated through and edges are golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 1 gram

TACO CUPS



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Taco Cups from Delish.com make Taco Tuesday extra fun.

Categories     taco cups     mini tacos     kid friendly recipes     flour tortillas     ground beef     taco seasoning     easy taco recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray, for pan
12 tortillas
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
1 lb. ground beef
2 tsp. Taco Seasoning
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 c. chopped cherry tomatoes
2 c. shredded Cheddar
1 c. Shredded lettuce
Sour cream, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease muffin pan with cooking spray. Stamp out tortillas with a 4" biscuit cutter. Place a tortilla into each cup of muffin pan, folding the edges if necessary. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon. Season with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper and cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Drain fat.
  • Spoon cooked beef mixture into each tortillas, then top with shredded cheddar. Bake until the tortillas are golden around the edges and the cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with tomatoes, cheese, lettuce and sour cream.

EASY TACO CUPS



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These zesty little cups rank high on my list of favorites because they combine three things I look for in a recipe: fast, easy and delicious! They make a simply fantastic finger food for parties, and my guests have fun selecting their desired toppings. -Ashley Jarvies, Manassa, CO

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated seamless crescent dough sheet
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, shredded lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and refried beans; heat through., Unroll each tube of dough into a long rectangle. Cut each rectangle into 12 pieces; press lightly onto bottoms and up sides of 24 ungreased muffin cups. , Fill each muffin cup with a rounded tablespoon of beef mixture; sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon cheese. Bake 14-16 minutes or until dough is golden brown. Cool taco cups in pans 10 minutes before removing. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 819mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

WONTON TACO CUPS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 12 taco cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
12 wonton wrappers
One 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
One 4-ounce can diced green chiles, drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
Juice of 1/2 lime
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 small avocado, diced
1/3 cup pico de gallo
1/4 cup sour cream
Hot sauce, if desired
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • For the wonton cups: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Brush 12 cups of a mini muffin pan with the butter. Fit 1 wonton wrapper into each cup, folding the sides as needed.
  • In a small bowl, toss together the beans, green chiles, chili powder and lime juice. Spoon some of the bean mixture into each cup, about a heaping tablespoon each. Bake until the filling is warmed through, about 12 minutes. Remove the pan and top each cup with a pinch of cheese. Return the pan to the oven and continue to bake until the cheese is melted and the wontons are golden, another 5 minutes.
  • For the toppings: Let the taco cups cool in the pan for a minute or two. Transfer the taco cups to a platter and top each with some avocado, pico de gallo, a small dollop of sour cream, hot sauce, if using, and cilantro.

EASY TACO CUPS RECIPE



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A simple and fun twist on tacos that are so easy to make, even the kids can do it!

Provided by Kristen Hills

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 small flour tortillas
1 can 12 oz can chicken
1 can 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
2 Tablespoons reduced sodium taco seasoning
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tomatoes (diced (optional topping))
1 cup lettuce (shredded (optional topping))
½ cup sour cream ((optional topping))
½ cup guacamole ((optional topping))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Place each tortilla in a large muffin hole.
  • Add chicken, black beans, taco seasoning, and cheese.
  • Bake for 10 minutes; remove and let cool.
  • Add tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream and any other topping you prefer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 599 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TRICKY TACO CUPS



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Fools of all ages will fall in love with these sensationally sneaky sweets that look like taco salads. Crunchy waffle bowls are filled with chocolate ice cream, then topped with tinted coconut "lettuce" and "cheese", maraschino cherry "tomatoes" and black licorice "olives".

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup ground pecans
1 pint chocolate or vanilla ice cream
1-3/4 teaspoons water, divided
6 drops green food coloring
1-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
4 drops yellow food coloring
6 waffle ice cream bowls
6 tablespoons whipped topping
3 pieces black rope licorice, cut into 1/4-inch slices
9 maraschino cherries, patted dry, halved

Steps:

  • Place pecans in a shallow bowl. Drop small scoops of ice cream into pecans; roll to coat. Place on a baking sheet; freeze until firm. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1-1/2 teaspoons water and green food coloring; add 1-1/2 cups coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint. In a small resealable plastic bag, combine yellow food coloring and remaining water; add remaining coconut. Seal bag and shake to tint., Place coated ice cream balls in waffle bowls. Sprinkle with green coconut. Dollop with whipped topping. Sprinkle with the yellow coconut and licorice; top with the cherries. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 31g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BREAKFAST TACO CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, large flour tortillas, vegetarian refried beans, egg, shredded mexican cheese blend, cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro leaf

Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
3 large flour tortillas
¾ cup vegetarian refried beans
¾ cup egg, scrambled
¼ cup shredded mexican cheese blend
3 cherry tomatoes, quartered
fresh cilantro leaf, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Generously coat a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
  • Stack the tortillas and cut off the edges so the tortillas are square. Then, quarter the squares so you have 12 small tortilla pieces.
  • Press a tortilla square into each cup of the prepared muffin tin.
  • Fill each cup with 1 tablespoon of refried beans, 1 tablespoon of scrambled eggs, and 1 teaspoon of cheese and top with a cherry tomato quarter.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes, until the edges of the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 0 grams

WONTON TACO SALAD CUPS



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These wonton cups have all the flavors of a taco salad in one bite! Customize your taco cups with your favorite salsas and toppings!

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 taco cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
Twenty-four 3.5-by-3.5-inch square wonton skins
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated
1/2 pound ground turkey, preferably dark meat
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Heaping 1/2 cup grated Cheddar
Assorted toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced avocado, salsa, sour cream, pickled jalapeños, and chopped cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Delicately press the wonton skins into the mini muffin tin, being sure to make the base of the wonton skin is flat (this will ensure that the taco cup will stand flat when you remove them from the pan). Spray the wontons lightly with nonstick cooking spray and transfer them to the oven to bake until they are golden brown and crisp, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add in the onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add in the garlic and stir to combine. Add in the turkey, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Next add in the chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the turkey is cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • To assemble, keep the taco cups in the mini muffin tin (this will help with any unstable taco cups). Add a little cheese to each of the taco cups, then top them with the ground turkey mixture. Next add your desired toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced avocado, salsa, sour cream, pickled jalapeños, and chopped cilantro.
  • Transfer the taco cups to a platter and serve.

Tips:

  • Proper Taco Meat Seasoning: Use a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper for an authentic taco flavor.
  • Crispy Taco Cups: For a golden and crispy texture, bake the wonton wrappers at a high temperature (400°F) for a shorter duration (5-7 minutes).
  • Fresh Ingredients for Salsa: Use ripe tomatoes, cilantro, onion, and jalapeno for a flavorful and refreshing salsa.
  • Creamy Avocado Sauce: Mash ripe avocados with lime juice, cilantro, and salt for a smooth and creamy sauce.
  • Shredded Cheese Varieties: Experiment with different types of cheese like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for varying flavors and textures.
  • Assorted Toppings: Offer a variety of toppings like lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and guacamole to allow your guests to customize their taco cups.

Conclusion:

With a fusion of flavors and textures, these taco cups are a delightful appetizer or snack that is sure to impress your guests. The crispy wonton cups, seasoned taco meat, and an array of fresh toppings create a harmonious blend of flavors that tantalize the palate. The ease of preparation and customizable nature of this recipe make it perfect for parties, potlucks, or a fun family meal. Experiment with different taco meat seasonings, salsas, and toppings to create unique flavor combinations that suit your taste preferences. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these irresistibly delicious taco cups.

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