Description
Taco Ranch Bites are the ultimate party appetizer — crispy, cheesy phyllo cups filled with taco-seasoned beef and ranch-infused cheddar. They’re quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for game day, gatherings, or family fun.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles, with juices
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 bottle (8 oz) ranch dressing
- 5 packages (15-count each) frozen phyllo cup shells
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with green chiles (including juices). Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix cheddar cheese and ranch dressing until well combined.
- Stir in the seasoned beef mixture into the cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Spoon the filling into each frozen phyllo cup shell.
- Bake for 10–13 minutes if frozen, or 8–10 minutes if thawed, until filling is hot and shells are golden.
- Let cool for a couple minutes and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 70