why make this recipe
This recipe makes a quick snack or party food. The sticks are cheesy, warm, and easy to eat. You can make them fast with simple ingredients. If you like easy cheesy breads, try this similar recipe for crispy sourdough cheesy breadsticks.
introduction
Cheesy Taco Sticks are small rolled snacks filled with seasoned beef and cheese in crescent dough. They bake fast and taste good warm. Kids and adults like them. They work for game day, school lunches, or a quick dinner.
how to make Cheesy Taco Sticks
Follow the steps below. You cook the beef, season it, add cheese, and roll in crescent dough. For a full meal idea with peppers, you can also look at this baked chicken dish for a similar easy bake: cheesy baked chicken breast and peppers.
Ingredients :
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 package of crescent roll dough
- Taco sauce (for dipping)
- Optional toppings: chopped onions, jalapeños, avocado
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and follow package directions, typically adding water and simmering.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the taco mixture and a bit of cheese on each triangle, then roll them up starting from the wide end.
- Place the rolls on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with taco sauce and optional toppings.
how to serve Cheesy Taco Sticks
Serve warm on a plate with taco sauce for dipping. Add chopped onions, jalapeños, or sliced avocado on the side. They make a good finger food for parties.
how to store Cheesy Taco Sticks
Let them cool to room temperature. Put leftovers in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes to keep them crisp.
tips to make Cheesy Taco Sticks
- Do not overfill the dough triangles to avoid leaks.
- Drain the beef well so the dough stays crisp.
- Use shredded cheese that melts well, like cheddar or a Mexican blend.
- Brush with a little butter before baking for extra brown color.
variation (if any)
- Use ground turkey or cooked shredded chicken instead of beef.
- Add black beans or corn to the taco mix for extra texture.
- Try pepper jack cheese for more spice.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble and refrigerate for a few hours before baking. Bake just before serving.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes. Freeze baked sticks in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes.
Q: Are there vegetarian options?
A: Yes. Use cooked seasoned beans or a meat substitute instead of ground beef.
Q: Can I use biscuit dough instead of crescent rolls?
A: Yes, biscuit or puff pastry can work. Baking time may change slightly.
Conclusion
These Cheesy Taco Sticks are simple and tasty. They bake fast and please a crowd. For another take on this idea, see a similar recipe for Cheesy Taco Sticks – I Wash You Dry and a different four-ingredient version at Cheesy Taco Sticks {4 ingredients} – Best Friends For Frosting.
Cheesy Taco Sticks
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and follow package directions, typically adding water and simmering.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the taco mixture and a bit of cheese on each triangle, then roll them up starting from the wide end.
- Place the rolls on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm on a plate with taco sauce for dipping. Add chopped onions, jalapeños, or sliced avocado on the side.
- Let them cool to room temperature. Put leftovers in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes to keep them crisp.