Description
Cheesy Taco Sticks combine the flavors of tacos and cheesy breadsticks for a fun, easy-to-make snack or meal. Ground beef, taco seasoning, and melty cheese are wrapped in pizza dough and brushed with garlic butter. Perfect for busy nights or parties, these taco sticks are simple to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve them with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for the ultimate dip experience!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 tube Pillsbury Pizza Dough
- 5 colby jack and cheddar cheese sticks, halved
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and follow packet instructions. Set aside.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface. Cut into 10 equal rectangles.
- Assemble the Taco Sticks: Spoon seasoned beef onto each rectangle, then place a halved cheese stick on top. Roll up the dough, pinching the edges to seal. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush with Garlic Butter: Mix melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley, then brush generously over each taco stick.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then serve with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
- Try different cheeses, such as mozzarella or pepper jack, for a twist.
- For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef for black beans or a plant-based substitute.
- To make crispier taco sticks, brush with extra butter and broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
