Mini Taco Ranch Bites
These Mini Taco Ranch Cups are fun, flavorful, and kid-approved. Made with ground beef, cheese, and a hint of ranch. They’re crisp, delicious and made in minutes. Great for parties or after-school treats!
Quick & Easy Taco Cups.
If you’re looking for a fun, flavor-packed appetizer that disappears faster than you can set the tray down, these Taco Ranch Cups are it.
These little scoop-shaped bites combine the zesty kick of tacos with the cool, herby flavor of ranch, all nestled in a crispy tortilla chip.
They’re bite-sized, mess-free, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for game day, parties, or even a quick weeknight snack!
Why You’ll Love These Taco Ranch Bites
Easy and quick - You only need a handful of ingredients and less than half an hour.
Crowd-pleasing flavor combo - Taco seasoning + ranch = magic.
No mess - Each bite fits right in a mini tortilla bowl, so no forks, plates, or cleanup stress.
Customizable - Make them spicy, cheesy, vegetarian, or even kid-friendly.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
2 tbsp taco seasoning
1 tbsp ranch seasoning (or ranch dressing mix)
1/4 cup water
24 mini tortilla scoop chips (like Tostitos Scoops)
1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1 small tomato, diced
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa
Instructions
1. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
2. Add taco seasoning, ranch seasoning and water. Stir and simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.
3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place tortilla scoops on a baking tray.
4. Fill each with seasoned beef, diced tomato, and top with cheese.
5. Bake 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm, topped with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
Tips & Variations
Make it spicy: Add a pinch of chili flakes or jalapeño slices on top.
Swap the protein: Try ground turkey, chicken, or even refried beans for a vegetarian version.
Party prep: You can make the beef filling ahead of time and assemble just before baking.
If you love these Taco Ranch Bites, be sure to try my Taco Seasoned Pretzels and these Crispy Cheesy Potato Bites for the ultimate gooey, golden appetizer!
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