Easy Taco Wonton Cups Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Total Time
24 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
225 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mexican
Easy Taco Wonton Cups Recipe
Description
In the Easy Taco Wonton Cups recipe, ground beef is browned and mixed with onions, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and a splash of water to create a flavorful filling. Wonton wrappers are pressed into muffin cups to form a crisp base, layered with half the meat mixture and cheddar cheese, then topped with another wonton wrapper layer and repeated fillings. Baking at 375°F crisps the wonton wrappers to a golden brown while heating the filling through.
The finished cups have a contrast of textures with the crunchy wonton exterior and tender, seasoned beef and melty cheddar inside. The inclusion of diced tomatoes with green chilies adds a mild spicy and juicy element. These cups can be served with garnishes such as sour cream, extra cheese, diced tomatoes, and green onions to add freshness and creaminess.
This preparation is convenient for serving in a muffin tin and allows for portion control. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 5 to 7 days and reheated gently. The recipe is approachable with common ingredients and yields multiple savory snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 4 Tbsp taco seasoning (or a Taco Seasoning Packet)
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (10 oz)
- 24 wonton wrappers
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 375. Lightly mist 12 cups in a muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside.
- Brown the ground beef. Add onion and taco seasoning, and let onions get soft. Then add the tomatoes with green chilies and water.
- Push a wonton wrapper into the bottom of each of the muffin cups. Spoon some of the meat mixture into each cup (using about half the total mixture). Sprinkle each cup with the shredded cheese. Press another wonton wrapper on top and repeat the layering steps with the remaining ingredients.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown. Let cool 5 minutes before removing from muffin tin. Run a knife around each muffin and then they should easily slide out.
Notes
- Toppings like sour cream, extra cheese, diced tomatoes, and green onions complement the taco wonton cups well.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days, and reheat before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 225 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 225kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 299mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 204mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 309IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 161mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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