Description
Taco Ranch Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings bold flavors and fun to any gathering. With a delightful combination of seasoned taco meat, creamy Ranch dressing, and flaky phyllo tart shells, these bite-sized treats are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for game day, parties, or even a quick snack at home, Taco Ranch Bites can be made ahead of time and frozen for later enjoyment. Impress your guests with this savory, cheesy delight that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz Ranch dressing
- 5 packs of frozen phyllo tart shells
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix cheddar cheese with Ranch dressing and combine with the taco mixture.
- Spoon the filling into phyllo tart shells and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until heated through; adjust time if baking from frozen.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with sour cream or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg