Description
Indulge in the delightful goodness of Cheesy Taco Sticks, a fun twist on your traditional taco night! These savory snacks feature seasoned ground beef and gooey Colby Jack cheese, all wrapped in soft pizza dough for a satisfying bite. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner, throwing a game day party, or simply looking for a family-friendly meal, these cheesy delights are quick to make and sure to impress. With their irresistible flavor and easy preparation, they are perfect for kids and adults alike. Get ready to elevate your snack game with these delicious Cheesy Taco Sticks!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 2 cans Pillsbury pizza dough
- 12 Colby Jack cheese sticks
- Unsalted butter, garlic powder, dried parsley (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat, add minced garlic, taco seasoning, and water as per package instructions; cook until water evaporates.
- Roll out pizza dough into rectangles and cut into squares. Place about 3 tablespoons of meat mixture on each square, add half a cheese stick on top, fold the dough around the filling, and seal.
- Brush melted butter mixed with garlic powder and parsley over each stick. Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg