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Taco Cupcake Delight

Taco Cupcake Delight

Bake easy Taco Cupcakes in 30 mins! Crispy cups filled with seasoned beef, beans, and melty cheese. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any party.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef 85/15 for good flavor
  • 1 oz taco seasoning 1 package
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies 10 oz, drained
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, rinsed and drained
  • 12 pieces taco salad shells or wonton wrappers
  • 1.5 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • q.s. optional toppings shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, sliced jalapeños, cilantro

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Muffin tin
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and press taco salad shells into a muffin tin.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, stir in taco seasoning, then add drained tomatoes and black beans. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Fill each taco shell in the muffin tin with a layer of the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese, repeating layers.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Cool for 5 minutes, then add your favorite toppings and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 14gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings based on preference. Drain all canned ingredients thoroughly to prevent soggy filling. For healthier options, use ground turkey or chicken. These cupcakes are great for parties and can be frozen before baking for later use.
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