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Savory Taco Cupcakes – A Tasty Twist!
Alyssa

Savory Taco Cupcakes – A Tasty Twist!

Enjoy Savory Taco Cupcakes—a fun, flavorful twist on tacos with seasoned meat, cheese, and a cornbread base, perfect for parties or family meals.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or chicken, if preferred
  • 1 small onion finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 packet 1 oz taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 can 16 oz refried beans
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 taco shells or tortilla cups
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce for garnish
  • 1 medium tomato diced for topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 lb ground beef (or chicken) and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Break it apart with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
  3. Add the finely chopped onion (1 small onion) and minced garlic (2 cloves) to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the taco seasoning (1 packet) and water (1/2 cup). Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. While the meat mixture is cooking, prepare the taco shells or tortilla cups. Arrange them in a muffin tin to hold their shape.
  6. Once the meat is ready, begin layering. Start by spreading about 1 tablespoon of refried beans (1 can) in the bottom of each taco shell.
  7. Add a generous spoonful of the seasoned meat mixture on top of the beans.
  8. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar cheese (2 cups) over the meat in each cupcake.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the taco shell is crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes. Carefully remove the Taco Cupcakes from the muffin tin.
  11. Top each cupcake with salsa (1 cup), sour cream (1/2 cup), shredded lettuce (1 cup), and diced tomatoes (1 medium tomato). Garnish with chopped cilantro (1/4 cup) if desired.