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Taco Cupcakes for Cinco De Mayo

Deliciously fun taco-inspired cupcakes perfect for celebrating Cinco De Mayo.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Taco Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup salsa
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced olives
  • 1/4 cup jalapeños optional

Method
 

Prepare the Cupcake Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar, milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Prepare the Taco Filling
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
  2. Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water, stirring to combine.
  3. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Fill each muffin cup halfway with cupcake batter.
  2. Add a spoonful of taco filling on top of the batter.
  3. Top with remaining batter until cups are full.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Serve
  1. Let cool slightly, then remove from the tin.
  2. Top with sour cream, salsa, lettuce, tomatoes, olives, and jalapeños as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These taco cupcakes are a fun twist on traditional tacos and are perfect for parties.

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