Description
Mini Taco Cups with Ground Turkey are small baked taco bites made by pressing wonton wrappers or tortilla rounds into a mini muffin pan. These form crisp shells that hold seasoned ground turkey and shredded cheese. Once baked, the result is a crunchy taco cup that can be topped just like a traditional taco.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1 tbsp olive oil
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
½ cup water
12 wonton wrappers or small flour tortillas (cut into circles)
1 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese (or cheddar)
Optional Toppings
Shredded lettuce
Diced tomatoes
Sliced black olives
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Salsa or pico de gallo
Avocado or guacamole
Chopped cilantro
Instructions
1. Cook the Turkey
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up.
Stir in taco seasoning and water.
Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
2. Form the Taco Cups
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
Press one wonton wrapper (or tortilla round) into each cup.
3. Fill & Bake
Add a spoonful of turkey mixture into each cup.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake 12–15 minutes, until edges are crispy and cheese is melted.
4. Garnish & Serve
Add desired toppings and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor and color, top the mini taco cups with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced olives, or a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or a squeeze of fresh lime on the side to make them even more irresistible—perfect for parties, game day, or quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cup
- Calories: ~150 kcal
Keywords: ground turkey taco cups, mini turkey taco cups, baked taco cups with turkey, turkey taco bites, mini taco appetizers