The Best Taco Cupcakes
These taco cupcakes are crispy, golden bites made with layers of seasoned beef, salsa, and melty cheese, all baked inside flaky wonton wrappers. Every cup delivers a satisfying taco flavor in a neat, hand-held package—perfect for family dinners, parties, or make-ahead snacks.
Equipment
- 12-cup muffin pan
- Large skillet
- Mixing spoon or spatula
- Measuring spoons
- Small offset spatula (to remove cupcakes)
- Nonstick spray
Ingredients
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar-jack cheese
- ¼ cup salsa
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup black beans
- ¼ cup corn kernels
- Pickled jalapeño slices
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in olive oil, add seasoning, stir in tomato sauce, and simmer briefly.
- Spray muffin pan and press one wonton wrapper into each cup.
- Add a layer of beef, salsa, and cheese.
- Press in a second wrapper, repeat layers.
- Bake at 375°F for 12–14 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool for 3 minutes, gently lift out, garnish, and serve warm.
Notes
For best results, drain excess grease from the beef and avoid overfilling the cups. You can also swap in chicken or beans for easy variations.