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Delicious Taco Ranch Bites served with dipping sauce
Patricia Krouse

Taco Ranch Bites

Tiny, crunchy wonton cups filled with seasoned taco meat, melty cheese, and a cool ranch drizzle, perfect for parties or casual family dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Wonton Cups
  • 1 package wonton wrappers Use gluten-free if needed.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey About 8 oz raw before cooking.
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Plus water as package directs.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend.
For Toppings and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Plus more for serving if desired.
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Sour cream for serving Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook, breaking up the meat until no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
  3. Return the meat to the pan. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and add the water called for on the seasoning packet. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture is slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  4. Press one wonton wrapper into each greased muffin cup, pushing gently to form a little cup. If the wrappers tear, patch with a small piece of another wrapper.
  5. Spoon about 1–2 tablespoons of the taco meat into each wonton cup. Top each with a bit of shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the wonton edges are golden and crisp and the cheese has melted. Rotate the pan halfway through baking if your oven has hot spots.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool for 2–3 minutes so the bites firm up.
  3. Drizzle with ranch dressing and garnish with diced tomatoes and chopped green onions. Serve warm with sour cream on the side if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Cool the bites completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Flash-freeze on a tray until solid for up to 2 months. Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven for best texture.

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