Description
Taco Ranch Bites Snack are the ultimate party pleaser, combining the zesty flavors of tacos with creamy ranch goodness. These bite-sized treats are golden and crispy on the outside, packed with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and fresh green onions. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, they’re sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 oz ranch dressing mix (about 1 packet)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup fresh salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (7-10 minutes); drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, ranch dressing mix, and ½ cup water; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- In a bowl, combine the beef mixture with panko breadcrumbs and shredded cheese; mix well.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown; let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites (80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg