Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks are a delicious and easy appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of tacos with gooey melted cheese, all wrapped up in pizza dough. These taco sticks are perfect for parties, game day, or a fun family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Taco Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
For the Taco Sticks:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the Taco Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Prepare the Taco Sticks: Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into 8 rectangles. Place taco meat and a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheese on each rectangle. Fold the dough over the filling, pinch the edges to seal, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Season and Bake: Brush each stick with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve: Serve warm with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.
Notes
- These can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
- Try using ground turkey or chicken as a variation.
- Add diced jalapeños or green chiles for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco stick
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
