Cheesy Taco Sticks Recipe
These Cheesy Taco Sticks are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional tacos. Ground beef seasoned with taco spices and wrapped around gooey cheese sticks, all baked into golden perfection. A delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer for any occasion.
- Author: SANA
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes 10 taco sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients for Cheesy Taco Sticks:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 tube Pillsbury Pizza Dough
- 5 colby jack and cheddar cheese sticks, halved
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Season Beef: Add the taco seasoning to the beef, following the instructions on the packet. Stir well and set aside.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the Pillsbury Pizza Dough on a floured surface and cut it into 10 equal rectangles.
- Assemble: Spoon some of the seasoned ground beef onto each rectangle, then place a halved cheese stick on top.
- Roll and Seal: Roll the dough around the beef and cheese, pinching the edges to seal. Place the taco sticks on the prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley. Brush the mixture over each taco stick.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Allow the cheesy taco sticks to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the cheese filling with your favorite cheese varieties.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco stick
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cheesy Taco Sticks, Taco Sticks Recipe, Cheesy Appetizer, Mexican Snack