Quick Beef Taco Sticks for Party Platters
These quick beef taco sticks are baked, hand-held appetizers filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese. They are perfect for party platters and Italian inspired snack spreads.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 1 lb ground beef lean preferred
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 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 bake evenly and release easily.
- 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 brown it.
- Add the ground beef and break it apart gently. Cook until fully browned and no pink remains.
- Season the beef with taco seasoning and stir thoroughly. Reduce heat slightly and cook a few more minutes so flavors blend.
- Remove from heat and allow the beef mixture to cool slightly before assembling the taco sticks.
- Roll out the dough and cut into even rectangular strips for uniform baking.
- Place a spoonful of beef filling on each strip and top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges firmly to seal, forming long sticks.
- Arrange seam side down on the baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and the cheese inside is melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving so the filling sets and is easier to eat.
Notes
Make ahead: Assemble early and bake 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.