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Cheesy Taco Sticks

Cheesy Taco Sticks: The Ultimate Family-Friendly Snack

Baked Cheesy Taco Sticks are a family-friendly snack that combines seasoned beef and gooey mozzarella in baked dough. Perfect for game day or busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or any cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder adjust quantity based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Water can substitute with beef broth
Dough
  • 1 package Refrigerated Pizza Dough or crescent dough
Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or mix with other cheeses
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or substitute with Monterey Jack
Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter with optional garlic powder
  • Optional Toppings such as sesame seeds or taco seasoning

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  2. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add water and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out pizza dough and cut into strips about 2 inches wide.
  5. Place beef filling on one end of each dough strip, top with cheese, fold the dough, and pinch the edges to seal.
  6. Arrange sticks on a baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle toppings. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let them cool for a few minutes and serve with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Cheesy Taco Sticks are easy to customize and perfect for family dinners or snack time. Experiment with different fillings and toppings to suit your taste.

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