Cheesy Taco Sticks
Cheesy Taco Sticks are a fun, handheld twist on taco night! Wrapped in golden, pillowy dough and filled with seasoned taco meat and gooey cheese, these easy-to-make taco sticks are perfect for parties, family dinners, or game-day snacks. They’re kid-approved, freezer-friendly, and irresistibly delicious.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
Ingredients
For the Dough:
1 can (16 oz) refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll sheet)
For the Filling:
1 lb ground beef
1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
⅓ cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
1 tsp garlic powder (optional, for brushing)
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare Taco Filling:
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Roll and Fill Dough:
Unroll the pizza dough and cut into 8 equal rectangles.
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of taco meat onto the center of each rectangle.
Top each with a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheese (about 2 tablespoons total per stick).
Seal and Shape:
Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise and pinch the edges to seal, creating a log shape.
Place each taco stick seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush and Bake:
Brush each stick with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder if using.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.
Serve warm with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
Notes
Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter or vegetarian version.
Add a few diced jalapeños or green chilies to the filling for a spicy kick.
Make a big batch and freeze uncooked taco sticks for easy reheating later — just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
If using crescent dough instead of pizza dough, be sure to press seams together to prevent filling leaks.
Great served with queso dip or a drizzle of taco sauce on top!
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