Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks are the ultimate fusion of flavors, combining the beloved elements of taco night with the convenience of finger food. These delicious treats feature seasoned ground beef and gooey cheese, all wrapped in flaky pizza dough and brushed with savory garlic butter. Perfect for game days, parties, or quick weeknight dinners, they’re a surefire hit with both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, you can serve them with your favorite dips like salsa or guacamole for an added burst of flavor. Get ready to delight your taste buds with these cheesy delights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 tube Pillsbury Pizza Dough
- 5 colby jack and cheddar cheese sticks, halved
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and set aside.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface and cut into 10 rectangles.
- On each rectangle, spoon some beef filling and place half a cheese stick on top. Roll up and pinch edges to seal.
- Arrange seam-side down on the baking sheet and brush with a mixture of melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Cheesy Taco Stick (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg