Description
Indulge in the fiesta of flavors with these Taco Ranch Bites, a delightful snack that combines crispy puff pastry with a savory beef filling enhanced by zesty taco seasoning and creamy ranch dressing. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, these bite-sized treats are sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water; simmer until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in ranch dressing and shredded cheese until creamy.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into 4×4 inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in each square's center, folding corners toward the center to create pockets.
- Bake on the prepared baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Serve warm with sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground beef with chicken or turkey for a lighter option. Experiment with different cheese blends, such as pepper jack or mozzarella, for extra flavor.