Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks are the ultimate Taco Tuesday treat! These handheld snacks are filled with seasoned beef and gooey cheese, wrapped in buttery dough, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties, quick dinners, or snacks, this easy recipe combines the classic flavors of tacos in a fun and shareable form. Try these taco sticks with salsa or guacamole for a delicious twist on tacos!
Ingredients
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
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, then drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning according to the packet instructions. Stir well and set aside.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and cut into 10 equal rectangles.
- Assemble the Taco Sticks: Spoon seasoned beef onto each dough rectangle, add a halved cheese stick, and roll the dough around the filling, sealing the edges. Place each stick on the baking sheet.
- Brush with Butter Mixture: Mix melted butter with garlic powder and parsley, then brush over each taco stick.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly and serve with favorite dips!
Notes
Custom Cheese Options: Substitute colby jack and cheddar with pepper jack or mozzarella for different flavors.
Vegetarian Option: Swap ground beef with seasoned black beans or a plant-based meat substitute.
Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to keep crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 servings (2 taco sticks per serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal