These Cheesy Wonton Taco Cups are the perfect game day or 4th of July snack. Your favorite taco ingredients are layered in wonton wrappers and baked in mini form. Easy to make and even better to eat, you’ll enjoy these handheld cups that are packed with so much flavor!
The hubster is a huge sports fan. I’m talking gigantic, friends. Like, he loves every sport and watches most of them on TV. I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again…he is a walking sports trivia machine!
The hubster never ceases to amaze me with his vast sports knowledge. In fact, I always tease him that he missed his calling in life to go into sports broadcasting, or something along those lines.
And now that it’s February and college basketball is in full swing, the hubster is in basketball heaven. With the March games just a few short weeks away, he’s getting excited, and I am, too! I do like watching college basketball when tournaments are on, especially when good food is involved.
After all, it is all about the food, right? And drinks, because we can’t forget about the drinks.
One of my favorite adult beverages is wine, specifically Frontera Wines. And when it comes to game day, I love pairing this drink with some tasty appetizers.
You can make every moment tasty with Frontera wines because of the smooth and delicious taste. It’s perfect to serve at sports viewing parties, or to serve with your favorite game day foods.
Now, let’s get to the food!
These wonton taco cups are the perfect game day snack. Your favorite taco ingredients are layered in wonton wrappers and baked in mini form. Easy to make and even better to eat, you’ll enjoy these handheld cups that are packed with so much flavor!
And let’s be honest, taco bars are one the best game day foods, so why not make that a little bit easier with mini taco cups? If you’re a taco fanatic like I am, then these cups were made for you. Zesty, flavorful, and portable…perfection right there!
Ingredients in the Taco Cups
You all know my obsession with mini foods, so these wonton taco cups hit the spot. Seasoned ground beef, a mixture of salsa and cheese, and wonton cups. That’s the base for these taco bites!
Here’s what all you’ll need for this recipe:
- Wonton wrappers
- Ground beef
- Taco seasoning
- Salsa
- Shredded cheddar cheese
How to Make Wonton Taco Cups
This taco cups recipe is a cinch to make and it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
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Lightly grease a 12-count regular muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
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Layer two wonton wrappers into each muffin tin, pressing down and up edges. Set aside.
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In a large skillet, cook and crumble ground beef. Drain and then return to skillet.
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Add taco seasoning and salsa to ground beef and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
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Fill each muffin tin with ground beef mixture. Top with shredded cheese.
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Bake until the cheese is melted and the wrappers are slightly browned.
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Remove cups from muffin tin and sprinkle on your favorite toppings.
And don’t forget about the Frontera wine! Your game day spread isn’t complete without the wine and these Cheesy Taco Cups. Fun to make, appealing to the eye, and oh-so good. What more could you ask for?
Can Ground Turkey Be Used?
Of course! You’re welcome to make the taco bites using ground turkey, if desired.
Can This Recipe Be Made in Advance?
I recommend preparing this recipe fairly close to when you plan on serving it. The taco cups are best hot and fresh from the oven!
Tips for Making Mini Taco Cups
- Make sure to use lean ground beef and to drain any excess grease from the skillet. You don’t want the wonton wrappers to soak up tons of extra fat.
- Feel free to use any salsa you’d like in this recipe. Salsa verde, restaurant-style salsa, you name it!
- I like to top my wonton taco cups with black olives, cilantro, and a dash of sour cream. But, feel free to use your favorites. The possibilities are endless!
Looking for more mini appetizers? I’ve got you covered!
I’ve got a lot of great appetizer recipes on my site, but here are some of my favorite bite-sized recipes:
- Cranberry Brie Bites
- Caprese Bites
- Taco Pinwheels
- Prosciutto Melon Bites
- Baked Ham and Cheese Roll-Ups
Cheesy Wonton Taco Cups
Ingredients
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 (1.25 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
- 2 cups salsa (any kind)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings
- Black olives
- Diced tomatoes
- Cilantro
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 12-count regular muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Layer two wonton wrappers into each muffin tin, pressing down and up edges. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble ground beef. Drain and then return to skillet.
- Add taco seasoning and salsa to ground beef and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill each muffin tin with ground beef mixture (roughly 1-2 tablespoons per tin). Top ground beef with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and wrappers are slightly browned. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Remove cups from muffin tin and sprinkle on your favorite toppings.
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