Taco Bites

Table of Contents

1. Taco Bites Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions for Mini Taco Bites
3. How To Make This Taco Bites Recipe
4. How To Serve Taco Bites
5. Storage Tips for Taco Bites
6. Why We Love This Taco Appetizer Recipe
7. More New Recipes You’ll Love
8. JUMP TO RECIPE
9. Even More Recipes You’ll Love

Take Taco Tuesday up a notch with these flavorful taco bites. Delicate wonton wrappers are shaped into cups to create the perfect delivery method for tasty taco meat, melted cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings.

Taco Bites Ingredients

Substitutions And Additions for Mini Taco Bites

With all the irresistible taste of real tacos in bite-size, these fun mini taco recipe is a fun option for family dinner or your next party for the big game.

PICO DE GALLO: You can substitute chunky salsa for the pico de gallo for this great recipe. Salsa verde is another yummy choice.

BEANS: There are many bean choices that can work for these mini taco bites. Pinto beans, black beans, or refried beans would all be excellent. You could add them along with the meat or use them as the only protein.

SPICY: If you want a spicier alternative, you can substitute medium to hot taco seasoning.

You can also add hot sauce on top of the finished taco bites. 

PROTEIN: You can substitute ground turkey, ground chicken, or even ground pork for ground beef in this easy recipe.

You could use a rotisserie chicken, slice-up baked chicken breasts, or baked chicken thighs.

You could also make them shrimp taco bites by making them with shrimp.

You could also use leftover taco meat which will make assembling your meal even faster.

CHEESE: Feel free to switch it up with colby, mild or sharp cheddar cheese, Mexican blend cheese, Monterey Jack, pepper Jack for a spicy kick, or a mild Mozzarella. Top with homemade white queso dip as well.

SEASONING: You can use a pre-made store-bought mix or make your own homemade taco seasoning. You could also add an extra dash of onion powder, chili powder, or garlic powder.

WONTON WRAPPERS: For a gluten-free option, try using gluten-free wonton wrappers.

Alternatively, thinly sliced zucchini or eggplant can be a unique, low-carb substitute.

You could also use corn or flour taco shells, phyllo dough, of puff pastry.

SOUR CREAM: Greek yogurt is a great substitute for sour cream, offering a similar texture and a tangy flavor, with the added benefit of extra protein.

OLIVES: Green or black olives are a classic topping choice.

PEPPERS: Try diced bell peppers for a crunchy, sweet element, or jalapeños if you want some heat.

ONIONS: A chopped onion is an excellent topping option. Consider using chives, white onions, green onions, or finely chopped red onion.

TOMATOES: Cherry or grape tomatoes can be a sweeter, juicier alternative to regular diced tomatoes.

LIME JUICE: Finish your tacos off with a squeeze of fresh citrus to enhance the other flavors.

How To Make This Taco Bites Recipe

There are two parts to making these taco bites.

First, you will make the wonton shells to serve your taco fixings.

Second, you will whip up the seasoned taco meat before assembling the tasty taco bites.

Follow our step-by-step instructions to make this fun twist on a classic.

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a regular-size muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil. 

You could also use a mini muffin pan for smaller bites if you’d like.

STEP TWO: Press one wonton wrapper into the prepared muffin tin opening. Overlay the second wrapper and press it into the first wrapper.

Be sure to press the wrappers against the walls of the cups as well as the bottoms.

Repeat for the remaining muffin cups.

STEP THREE: Bake for eight to ten minutes or until the wrappers are a golden brown color.

The tips of the wonton wrappers may get a deeper golden color than the bottom.

STEP FOUR: While the wontons are baking, add the half pound of ground beef to a medium skillet over medium-high heat.

Stir continuously, breaking the ground beef into small pieces, until the ground beef is cooked through and no longer pink.

You could easily double or triple this recipe. If you do this, be sure to use a large skillet when you brown the ground beef.

STEP FIVE: Reduce the heat to low. Drain the meat if necessary before proceeding.

Add the taco seasoning and the water. Stir to combine.

Allow the beef mixture to simmer for just a few minutes. Remove from the heat.

STEP SIX: Add one tablespoon of taco filling to each of the baked wonton cups.

STEP SEVEN: Sprinkle one tablespoon of the shredded cheese over the taco meat.

STEP EIGHT: Sprinkle one tablespoon of shredded lettuce over the cheese layer.

STEP NINE: Spoon one teaspoon of the guacamole over the lettuce.

STEP TEN: Spoon a one teaspoon dollop of the sour cream into the center of the guacamole.

STEP ELEVEN: Spoon one to two teaspoons of the pico de gallo on top of the sour cream. Serve immediately.

How To Serve Taco Bites

These cute little taco cups would make the perfect appetizer for your next gathering, along with our stuffed mushrooms and crab rangoon.

These would also make an easy dinner for your family. Serve with your favorite toppings and a side of homemade Spanish rice.

Corn on the cob or Mexican-style street corn can also be a great addition, providing a sweet and buttery contrast to these flavorful taco bites.

If you’d like to stick with the Mexican food theme, our enchilada cups are a similar recipe that uses chicken instead of beef, and our taco ring is another delicious recipe to try.

Storage Tips for Taco Bites

Proper storage ensures that your tasty bites stay fresh and delicious, ready for you to savor whenever the craving strikes.

MAKE AHEAD: Simply follow the recipe as directed and assemble the bites.

Once assembled, cover them tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

When you’re ready to serve, bake them according to the recipe instructions, and you’ll have freshly baked taco bites without the fuss.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store any leftover mini taco bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. 

IN THE FREEZER: Add the cups to a baking sheet and freeze them for about an hour or until they are frozen solid.

Then, add the cups to a freezer-safe container. They can be frozen for up to two months. 

REHEATING: Reheating taco bites is a breeze and can be done using multiple methods:

• OVEN: Preheat your oven to 350°F then place the taco bites on a baking sheet, and bake for ten to 15 minutes or until they’re heated through and the cheese is melty and bubbly.
• MICROWAVE: For a quick reheat, you can use the microwave. Place the taco bites on a microwave-safe plate and heat on high for 20-30 seconds per bite or until warm.
• AIR FRYER: Set your air fryer to 350°F. Arrange the taco bites in a single layer in the air fryer. Then, heat for three to four minutes.

Why We Love This Taco Appetizer Recipe

IRRESISTIBLE FLAVOR: These bites are bursting with the savory and zesty flavors of a classic taco. The seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and diced tomatoes combine to create a mouthwatering taste that’s hard to resist.

PARTY SNACK: Taco bites are the ultimate appetizer. They’re bite-sized, easy to handle, and a crowd-pleaser at gatherings.

GAME DAY: The perfect party food for football season, the whole family will say this is one of their favorite recipes.

KID FRIENDLY: Their bite-sized nature and familiar taco flavors make them a fantastic option for family meals or kids’ parties.

It’s a fun way to introduce children to different flavors and textures while keeping the meal approachable and enjoyable. It’s also a great meal to have little helpers with since their tiny fingers can help layer toppings on their own mini tacos.

This delicious bite-size dish would make the perfect party treat. They are just the right size for picking up, and rather than dressing them up before serving, you could even allow your guests to add their own favorite toppings to their taco bites.

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