Description
Satisfy your cravings with these crispy Mini Taco Cupcakes filled with zesty ground beef, oozy cheese, and fresh toppings for a perfect bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, to taste
- Sliced jalapeños, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine flour, cornmeal, and salt in a mixing bowl. Gradually add warm water until a dough forms.
- Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and pliable.
- Roll the dough into small balls, then flatten each ball with a rolling pin.
- Press each tortilla round into a muffin tin to create a small shell.
- Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high. Add diced onions and cook until translucent.
- Add ground beef and spices, cooking until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Fill each tortilla cup with zesty ground beef. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Return to the oven for 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and top with sour cream, cilantro, and jalapeños before serving.
Notes
Consider using lean ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg