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Cheesy beef taco sticks filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese served with dipping sauce

Cheesy Beef Taco Sticks for Easy Appetizers

Chef Roberto, an Italian-American cuisine expert from Eat Every Slice, smiling while holding a plate of freshly made pasta garnished with basil.Roberto
These cheesy beef taco sticks are baked, hand-held appetizers filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese. They are easy to prepare, perfect for sharing, and ideal for snack boards and casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian-Inspired
Servings 16 sticks

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Beef Filling

  • 1 lb ground beef lean preferred
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning mild

Taco Sticks

  • 1 lb refrigerated dough pizza or crescent dough
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper so the taco sticks do not stick and bake evenly.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook slowly until soft and translucent, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet and break it apart gently. Cook until fully browned and no pink remains.
  • Season the beef with taco seasoning and stir thoroughly so the flavor is evenly distributed. Reduce heat slightly and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and allow the beef mixture to cool slightly. This helps prevent the dough from softening during assembly.
  • Roll out the dough on a clean surface and cut it into evenly sized rectangular strips so the taco sticks bake uniformly.
  • Place a spoonful of the beef mixture along the center of each strip and top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  • Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges firmly to seal, forming long, enclosed sticks.
  • Arrange the sticks seam side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the dough is golden and the cheese inside is fully melted.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the taco sticks to cool slightly before serving so the filling sets and is easier to eat.

Notes

Make ahead: Assemble ahead and bake just before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Freeze baked sticks for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven for best texture.
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