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Layered Taco Cups

Name: Layered Taco Cups with Crispy Wonton Wrappers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 2 tbsp water; 1 packet taco seasoning; cooking spray; 24 wonton wrappers; 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup pico de gallo; 1/4 cup green onions, sliced; 1/4 cup sour cream; fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish; taco sauce, for drizzling

Layered taco cups are crispy, bite-sized appetizers made by baking seasoned ground beef and cheese in wonton wrappers molded in a muffin tin, topped with jalapeños, pico de gallo, and sour cream.

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Total

32 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp water
1 packet taco seasoning
cooking spray
24 wonton wrappers
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, slicedoptional
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup pico de gallooptional
1/4 cup green onions, slicedoptional
1/4 cup sour creamoptional
fresh cilantro leaves, for garnishoptional
taco sauce, for drizzlingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a hot skillet, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula.
2
Once the beef is browned, add water, followed by the taco seasoning. Stir to combine.
3
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
4
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
5
Press one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to form the base layer.
6
Spoon a layer of the seasoned ground beef into each wonton cup. Top with sliced jalapeños if using.
7
Add a layer of shredded cheese over the beef.
8
Press a second wonton wrapper on top of the cheese in each cup.
9
Repeat the layers by adding more ground beef and topping with a final layer of shredded cheese.
10
Bake for about 17 minutes, or until the wonton wrappers are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11
Let the taco cups rest in the tin for a few minutes before carefully removing them.
12
Arrange the cups on a serving platter and add your favorite toppings, such as pico de gallo, sliced green onions, sour cream, cilantro, and a drizzle of taco sauce.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Press wonton wrappers firmly and evenly into muffin cups while still pliable; they will crisp as they bake and hold their shape.
Drain any excess fat from the cooked ground beef before filling to prevent soggy cups and excess grease pooling.
Add fresh toppings (jalapeños, pico de gallo, green onions, sour cream) after baking to preserve their texture and brightness.
Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes until wrappers are golden and crispy; check edges at 12 minutes to avoid over-browning.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground turkey or crumbled chorizo (adjust seasoning to taste)
Cheddar cheese → Monterey Jack or pepper jack (for spicier cups)
Sour cream → Greek yogurt or crema (for tanginess or lighter option)
Wonton wrappers → small flour tortillas or phyllo sheets (bake times may vary)

Storage & make-ahead

Store baked cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat at 350°F for 5 minutes. Add fresh toppings after reheating.

Equipment

muffin tin · cooking spray

Common Questions

Can I make taco cups ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble and bake the cups up to 2 days ahead, then store in an airtight container in the refrigeridge. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes before serving.