Description
These Cheesy Taco Sticks are the ultimate handheld meal — perfect for game day, busy weeknights, or a fun family dinner. They combine seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and soft pizza dough baked to golden perfection. Think of them as a cross between tacos and cheesy breadsticks!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or 2 tbsp homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and pepper jack)
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle and cut into 8 equal pieces.
- Place a spoonful of beef and a sprinkle of cheese in the center of each piece.
- Fold and seal edges tightly, forming a stick shape.
- Brush each stick with egg wash and a little olive oil for shine.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with salsa, sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Use Monterey Jack or mozzarella for extra gooeyness. Add diced onions, peppers, or corn to the filling. Spice things up with jalapeños or red pepper flakes. Try pairing with Caldo de Pollo or Homemade Guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cheesy taco sticks, taco sticks, handheld taco, taco appetizer, pizza dough tacos