Mini Taco Appetizers
Delightful bite-sized tacos made with crispy wonton wrappers, seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and fresh toppings, perfect for gatherings or family dinners.
Ingredients
Wonton Cups
- 24 pieces wonton wrappers Thin and crispy
- non-stick cooking spray to taste non-stick cooking spray For baking the wonton cups
Filling
- 1/2 pound lean ground beef Forms the heart of your filling
- 3 tablespoons water To help fuse the flavors
- 1 1/2 tablespoons mild taco seasoning Adds aromatic flavor
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded fiesta blend cheese Melty mix
- 1 cup shredded lettuce Crisp and refreshing
- 1/2 cup guacamole Creamy addition
- 1/2 cup sour cream Tangy richness
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo Fresh topping with tomatoes and herbs
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Lightly spray a regular-size muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Press one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup opening, overlapping a second wrapper on top for firmness.
Baking
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
Cooking the Beef
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in taco seasoning and water, and simmer for a few minutes.
Assembly
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of taco meat into each baked wonton cup.
- Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese over the meat.
- Top with shredded lettuce, up to 1 tablespoon.
- Add 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of guacamole, followed by a small dollop of sour cream.
- Finish with 1 to 2 teaspoons of pico de gallo.
Serving
- Serve immediately while wonton cups are still crispy.
Notes
Ensure wonton wrappers are fresh and pliable for easy molding. Don’t rush the browning of the beef for enhanced flavors, and let the wonton cups cool a bit before filling.