Taco Cupcakes Cheesy Layers (Print View)

Savory taco cupcakes with layers of seasoned beef, melted cheeses, and fresh toppings in crispy wontons.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 1 packet taco seasoning
03 - 1/2 cup water
04 - 24 wonton wrappers

→ Cheese Layer

05 - 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Fresh Toppings

07 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
08 - 1/3 cup shredded lettuce
09 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
10 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions

→ Serving Condiments

11 - Sour cream, for garnish
12 - Salsa, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with oil spray.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat, stir in taco seasoning and water, and cook until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
03 - Press a wonton wrapper firmly into the bottom and sides of each muffin cup.
04 - Spoon a portion of the seasoned beef into each wonton wrapper, then sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
05 - Place a second wonton wrapper over each filled cup. Repeat with another layer of beef and cheeses in each cup.
06 - Place muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until wrappers are golden and cheese is bubbling.
07 - Let taco cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes. Carefully loosen edges with a thin spatula and transfer to a serving platter.
08 - Top each taco cupcake with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions. Finish with a dollop of sour cream and a spoonful of salsa before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Assembling in layers ensures even flavor distribution and a crisp texture throughout each cupcake.