Taco Muffin Cups
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
551 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Taco Muffin Cups
Description
The recipe begins by browning ground beef and simmering it with a taco seasoning packet and water, infusing the meat with classic taco flavors. Refrigerated pizza dough is cut into squares and pressed into a greased muffin tin to create individual cups. These cups are filled with the taco meat and baked at a high temperature until the dough is golden and cooked through. Meanwhile, Velveeta cheese is melted with milk to create a creamy topping.
After baking, each taco cup is removed from the tin and topped with the melted cheese. Additional toppings such as shredded lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, and sour cream add freshness and balance to the rich meat and cheese. Black beans can be included either baked inside the cups or added afterward to accommodate preferences.
This dish offers a portable taco-inspired snack or meal, combining the ease of assembled ingredients with the crispy crust and melty cheese. The variety of textures and complementary toppings make these muffin cups versatile for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 cup black beans canned
- 1 pizza dough refrigerated, canned
- 1/3 Velveeta cheese Mexican, 16 oz block
- 1/4 cup milk
- tomato shredded lettuce, sliced black olives, sour cream, chopped, for toppings
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown ground beef. Drain.
- Add taco seasoning packet and water. Bring to a simmer. Let cook for about 5 minutes.
- Remove dough from can and unroll. Cut dough into 12 squares.
- Spray a muffin tin with cooking oil spray.
- Place a square of dough into each muffin cup and press down on bottom and up sides lightly.
- Fill each cup with ground beef to the top of cup (about a 1/4 cup).
- Bake at 425 for 10 to 12 minutes or until dough turns golden brown. Remove from oven.
- While muffin cups bake, melt cheese over medium heat with milk. Stir frequently.
- To serve: Remove muffin cup from muffin tin. Top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and olives. Serve with sour cream.
Notes
- Black beans are optional; they can be mixed into the meat filling or added atop individual muffin cups after baking to accommodate different preferences.
- For a milder cheese option, regular Velveeta can be used instead of the Mexican-flavored block.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 551 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 12 | |
| Calories | 551kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 812mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 507mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 5.9mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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