Description
These Taco Ranch Bites are a delicious and easy appetizer featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy ranch dressing, and a cheesy topping nestled in crispy mini wonton wrappers. Perfect for parties or a fun snack, they combine bold taco flavors with a creamy, cheesy finish baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
Assembly Ingredients
- 24 mini wonton wrappers
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the bites from becoming greasy.
- Season the beef: Add the taco seasoning packet to the cooked beef and stir well. Add a splash of water to help the seasoning distribute evenly and let it simmer until fragrant, enhancing the taco flavor.
- Prepare the oven and muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with the mini wonton wrappers, pressing them gently to form small cups suitable for holding the filling.
- Assemble the bites: Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly into each wonton wrapper cup. Top each with a dollop of ranch dressing followed by a generous sprinkle of the shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend.
- Bake until crispy: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the wonton wrappers are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted nicely on top.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven and serve the taco ranch bites warm with sour cream on the side for dipping, adding a creamy tangy contrast.
Notes
- Mini wonton wrappers can be found in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores or Asian markets.
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- You can make these ahead of time and reheat them in the oven for a few minutes to retain crispiness.
- For extra flavor, add chopped jalapeños or green onions on top before baking.
- Serve with additional ranch dressing or salsa for dipping variations.
