Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks are an irresistible fusion of flavors that elevate your traditional taco night into a fun and delicious experience. These delightful finger foods feature seasoned ground beef, gooey Colby Jack cheese, and soft pizza dough, making them perfect for dinner, appetizers, or game day snacks. Ready in just 30 minutes, they are not only quick to prepare but also kid-friendly and customizable to suit everyone’s taste. Serve these cheesy delights alongside your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 2 cans Pillsbury pizza dough
- 12 Colby Jack cheese sticks
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat, then add minced garlic and taco seasoning with water as per package instructions. Cook until water evaporates (2-3 minutes) and set aside.
- Unroll each can of pizza dough into squares (4×4 inches). Place about 3 tablespoons of the beef mixture in the center of each square, top with half a cheese stick, fold dough over filling, pinch to seal.
- Melt butter in the microwave; stir in garlic powder and dried parsley. Brush on the tops of the taco sticks.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco stick (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg