Crispy Wonton Taco Cups (Printer-Friendly)
Handheld wonton cups layered with seasoned beef, salsa, and cheese for a quick, tasty snack or meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat and Seasoning
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1 pound ground beef (80/20 or 90/10)
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1 ounce packet taco seasoning
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½ cup chunky salsa
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½ tablespoon olive oil (optional, for lean meat)
→ Base
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24 wonton wrappers
→ Cheese
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1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
→ Optional Toppings
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Diced tomatoes
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Sour cream
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Diced red onion
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Chopped cilantro
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Taco sauce
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F and spray a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute, if using. Add ground beef and crumble it as it browns. Drain excess grease once cooked.
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Stir in taco seasoning and chunky salsa into the browned beef. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Place two wonton wrappers overlapping in each muffin cup to cover the bottom and sides, or use one large wrapper if it sufficiently covers the cup with some overhang.
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Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture into each wonton cup, using a spring-loaded scoop for ease.
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Bake uncovered for 10 minutes until the wonton wrappers are toasted and lightly browned.
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Immediately top each baked cup with shredded cheese so it melts, then add preferred optional toppings before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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If using lean ground meat, olive oil enhances browning, otherwise it can be omitted.
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Do not add water with taco seasoning; salsa provides sufficient moisture.
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Leftover taco cups should be cooled completely and stored in an airtight container to keep wrappers crisp.
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Reheat in oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes or air fryer at 360°F for 6-8 minutes to avoid sogginess.