Name: Taco Ranch Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 250 g (1/2 lb) ground beef or turkey; 1 tbsp taco seasoning; 2 tbsp water; 60 g (1/4 cup) cream cheese, softened; 2 tbsp ranch dressing; 100 g (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese; 1 package (250 g) of refrigerated crescent roll dough (or puff pastry, cut into squares); Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or green onions

Taco Ranch Bites

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These bite-sized taco ranch snacks are perfect for parties, game days, or a fun appetizer. Loaded with seasoned taco meat, creamy ranch flavor, and topped with cheese, they’re baked to golden perfection for a delicious treat.

Author: Beth
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 24 bites 1x
Category: Appetizer / Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

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For the Filling:

250 g (1/2 lb) ground beef or turkey
1 tbsp taco seasoning
2 tbsp water
60 g (1/4 cup) cream cheese, softened
2 tbsp ranch dressing
100 g (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese

For the Cups:

1 package (250 g) of refrigerated crescent roll dough (or puff pastry, cut into squares)
Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or green onions

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Instructions

Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and water to the meat. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the seasoning is fully incorporated.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the cream cheese, ranch dressing, and 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Set aside.
Prepare the Cups:
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a mini muffin tin.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and cut into 24 small squares. If using puff pastry, roll it out and cut into squares slightly larger than the muffin tin openings.
- Press each square of dough into the mini muffin tin to form small cups.
Assemble the Taco Ranch Bites:
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the meat mixture into each dough cup.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top of each bite.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve:
- Allow to cool for a few minutes, then carefully remove the bites from the muffin tin.
- Top with sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or green onions as desired.

Notes

For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the meat mixture.
These bites can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven at 175°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes before serving.
Substitute ground meat with black beans for a vegetarian option.

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