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Cheesy Taco Cups

Name: Cheesy Taco Cups with Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 packet taco seasoning; 1/4 cup water; 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend; 1 can jumbo refrigerated biscuits (8 count); Cooking spray, for greasing

Cheesy taco cups are a simple appetizer or light meal made by baking seasoned ground beef and cheese inside jumbo biscuits, ready in under 30 minutes with minimal ingredients.

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Total

30 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1/4 cup water
1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 can jumbo refrigerated biscuits (8 count)
Cooking spray, for greasing

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Instructions

1
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and crumble the ground beef until no longer pink.
2
Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
3
Stir in the taco seasoning and water.
4
Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
5
Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
8
Separate the jumbo biscuits and split each one in half horizontally to create two thinner rounds.
9
Press one biscuit half into each cup of the muffin tin, forming a cup shape.
10
Evenly distribute the beef and cheese mixture into each biscuit cup.
11
Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the biscuit edges are golden brown.
12
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve plain or with your favorite taco toppings.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Press the biscuit dough firmly into muffin cups and up the sides so the filling doesn't leak during baking.
Brown the ground beef thoroughly and drain any excess fat before adding seasoning and water—wet filling can make biscuits soggy.
Sprinkle cheese on top just before baking so it melts evenly and doesn't brown too much.
Use jumbo biscuits, not regular or mini, to hold enough filling and prevent tipping.

Substitutions

Mexican cheese blend → sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack (slightly milder flavor)
Ground beef → ground turkey or ground chicken (same seasoning, similar texture)
Refrigerated jumbo biscuits → homemade biscuit dough (requires rolling and cutting to fit)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled taco cups in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes.

Common Questions

Can I make cheesy taco cups ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the biscuit cups with filling, refrigerate unbaked for up to 8 hours, then bake when ready. Add 2–3 minutes to baking time if starting cold.