Description
Crispy cheesy taco sticks blend Mexican-inspired flavors with irresistible handheld comfort. Melted cheese, seasoned ground beef, and zesty spices create a crowd-pleasing snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package pizza dough or crescent roll dough
Binding/Filling Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup salsa
Garnish/Topping Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 cup additional shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the beef and stir in the taco seasoning, coating the meat thoroughly and allowing the spices to meld for 2-3 minutes.
- Roll out the pizza dough or crescent roll dough on a clean surface, creating a rectangular shape with even thickness.
- Spread sour cream across the dough’s surface, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent leakage during baking.
- Distribute the seasoned ground beef evenly over the sour cream layer, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the beef, followed by a layer of chopped green onions and salsa.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, sealing the edges by pinching them together to contain the filling.
- Slice the log into 1-inch thick segments, creating individual taco sticks.
- Arrange the taco sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
- Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle additional shredded cheese and dried parsley for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough turns golden brown and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-4 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set and prevent burning.
Notes
- Customize the meat by using ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that still packs incredible flavor.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by patting ground beef dry before seasoning and ensure minimal liquid remains in the skillet during cooking.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like pepper jack, monterey jack, or a mexican cheese blend to add exciting depth and complexity to the taco sticks.
- Maximize flavor by adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or chipotle powder into the taco seasoning for an extra kick of smoky heat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg