Mini Taco Cups – Bite-Sized Mexican Flavor

Mini Taco Cups – Bite-Sized Mexican Flavor

Introduction:

Looking for a fun and flavorful twist on traditional tacos? These Mini Taco Cups are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or even main dish. Built inside a muffin tin using crispy tortillas, each cup is packed with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, and all your favorite taco toppings. Not only are they easy to make and incredibly delicious, but they’re also super portable—perfect for parties, game day, or a family taco night with a creative spin!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika)

• 2/3 cup water

• 12 small flour or corn tortillas (5–6 inches)

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• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded lettuce

• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)

• Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole (for topping)

• Nonstick spray or olive oil (for greasing the muffin tin)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray or olive oil.

2. Cook the beef:
   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess grease if needed. Add taco seasoning and water, stirring well. Simmer for 5–6 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.

3. Prepare tortilla cups:
   Soften the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds. Press each tortilla gently into the muffin tin cups, folding edges to fit as needed.

4. Fill and bake:
   Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly into the tortilla cups. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each cup.

5. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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6. Top and serve:
   Let cool slightly, then remove from the tin. Top each taco cup with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

These Mini Taco Cups deliver all the bold, savory flavor of classic tacos in an adorable, handheld form. Perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast at any event. Whether you’re serving them as a starter or a fun dinner idea, these little cups are a creative and irresistible way to enjoy taco night. Make a double batch—you’ll be glad you did!