Easy Taco Cups Recipe
These baked taco cups are a fun and delicious way to enjoy tacos—loaded with seasoned beef, beans, salsa, and cheese in crispy tortilla shells.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 taco cups
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients
1 lb extra lean ground beef
3 tablespoons taco seasoning
½ cup hot salsa
¾ cup canned black beans, rinsed, drained, and dried
½ lime, juiced
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
12 mini flour tortillas (4½-inch size)
Optional Topping Ideas:
Greek yogurt or sour cream
Guacamole
Diced red onion
Diced jalapeño
Chopped chives
Lime juice
Diced tomato
Pico de gallo
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the center.
Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with taco seasoning. Crumble and stir until fully browned with no pink remaining.
Drain: Remove from heat and drain all excess fat and liquid to prevent soggy cups.
Add mix-ins: Stir in salsa, black beans, lime juice, and cheddar cheese. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
Prepare muffin pan: Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
Form tortilla cups: Press each tortilla into a muffin cup, forming a cup shape. Spray the inside of each tortilla with a light coat of cooking spray.
Fill: Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the beef mixture into each tortilla cup. Flatten the tops slightly.
Bake: Bake for 30 minutes or until the cups are golden brown and crispy.
Cool and serve: Let taco cups cool for 5–10 minutes before adding toppings. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Mini tortillas: If you can’t find mini tortillas, cut regular flour tortillas into smaller circles using a bowl or lid.
Make ahead: You can prepare the filling a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to assemble and bake.
Customize: Make them vegetarian by swapping beef for lentils or crumbled tofu.
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
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