Best 3 Taco Biscuit Cups Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Taco Biscuit Cups, an ingenious culinary creation that seamlessly blends the comfort of biscuits with the zesty essence of Mexican tacos. This delectable dish combines the best of both worlds, featuring a flaky, golden biscuit cup filled to the brim with a flavorful ground beef mixture, a medley of crisp vegetables, and a generous helping of melted cheese. Accompanied by three irresistible variations, including a vegetarian option, these Taco Biscuit Cups promise a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that harmoniously marries the heartiness of biscuits with the vibrant spices of Mexican cuisine.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY TACO CUPS



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These zesty little cups rank high on my list of favorites because they combine three things I look for in a recipe: fast, easy and delicious! They make a simply fantastic finger food for parties, and my guests have fun selecting their desired toppings. -Ashley Jarvies, Manassa, CO

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated seamless crescent dough sheet
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, shredded lettuce, sour cream, guacamole and salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and refried beans; heat through., Unroll each tube of dough into a long rectangle. Cut each rectangle into 12 pieces; press lightly onto bottoms and up sides of 24 ungreased muffin cups. , Fill each muffin cup with a rounded tablespoon of beef mixture; sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon cheese. Bake 14-16 minutes or until dough is golden brown. Cool taco cups in pans 10 minutes before removing. Serve with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 819mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

TACO BISCUIT CUPS



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Give traditional taco ingredients a warm, Southern touch in these Taco Biscuit Cups! These Taco Biscuit Cups are a great weeknight option with a side salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 38m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (10 oz.) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Cook meat with seasoning mix as directed on package.
  • Press biscuits onto bottoms and up sides of 10 muffin cups; fill with meat mixture.
  • Bake 15 min. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 2 to 3 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1060 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 0.7969 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 24 g

GRANDS! BISCUIT TACO CUPS



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Make and share this Grands! Biscuit Taco Cups recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can spicy chili beans, undrained
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
1 (16 1/3 ounce) can pillsbury grands refrigerated biscuits
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded lettuce, if desired (optional)
1/2 cup chopped tomato, if desired (optional)
1/2 cup sour cream, if desired (optional)
1/2 cup thick & chunky salsa, if desired (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Add chili beans, taco seasoning mix and water; mix well. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until ground beef mixture is slightly thickened.
  • Meanwhile, spray outside bottom and sides of 8 (6-ounce) custasrd cups lightly with tooking spray. Separate dough into 8 biscuits. Roll or pan each biscuit to form 4-1/2 inch round. Place rounds over outside of sprayed cups; press to fit over bottom and part way down sides of cups. Place cups, upside down in ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  • Bake 14-16 minutes or until deep golden brown.
  • Carefully remove biscut cups from custard cups. Place biscuit cups, right side up, in same baking pan. Spoon beef mixture evenly into each cup. Serve topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.8, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 70.1, Sodium 966.4, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4.8, Protein 29.2

Tips:

  • For a crispier biscuit cup, brush the edges with melted butter before baking.
  • To make the taco filling ahead of time, simply brown the ground beef and season it with the taco seasoning. Then, store the filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • If you don't have any taco seasoning on hand, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
  • To make the taco biscuit cups vegetarian, use crumbled tofu or tempeh instead of ground beef.
  • For a fun twist, top the taco biscuit cups with your favorite taco toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Taco biscuit cups are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover taco filling. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco biscuit cups a try!

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