Description
Taco Ranch Bites are the perfect appetizer for any gathering, combining seasoned taco meat with creamy Ranch dressing and encased in crispy phyllo tart shells. These delightful bites are not only easy to make but also a guaranteed hit at parties, game days, or as a quick snack. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up these flavor-packed treats that are freezer-friendly and customizable to suit your taste. Whether you serve them with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa, Taco Ranch Bites promise a burst of deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 10 oz diced tomatoes and green chiles (canned)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz Ranch dressing
- 75 frozen phyllo tart shells
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine shredded cheese and Ranch dressing in a bowl; mix well.
- Add cheese mixture to cooked meat and stir until combined.
- Spoon the filling into phyllo tart shells; bake on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg