Description
These Taco Ranch Bites are a perfect blend of savory taco meat, creamy ranch dressing, and sharp cheddar cheese, all served in a crispy phyllo shell. They’re easy to make and great for parties, appetizers, or a fun family snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably lean)
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning (premium brand)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (preferably aged for a richer flavor)
- 8 oz bottle premium ranch dressing
- 5 packs of 15-count frozen phyllo tart shells
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
- Cook the Beef
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef until fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat from the beef.
- Add Seasoning
- Stir in the taco seasoning.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes and green chiles (undrained).
- Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes before removing from heat.
- Prepare the Mixture
- In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing.
- Combine this mixture with the cooked taco meat.
- Assemble the Tarts
- Carefully spoon the taco meat mixture into the frozen phyllo tart shells.
- If you plan to freeze them for later, now is the time to do so.
- Bake
- Place the filled tarts in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- If baking from frozen, add an extra 2-3 minutes to the bake time to ensure they heat through properly.
Notes
- These taco bites can be frozen for future use, making them a great make-ahead snack or appetizer.
- You can add toppings like sour cream, salsa, or chopped cilantro after baking for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American