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Cheesy Taco Sticks

A delicious fusion of Mexican-inspired flavors wrapped in a buttery, garlic-infused pizza dough. These cheesy taco sticks are perfect for game day snacking, quick family dinners, or any time you need a crowd-pleasing finger food that combines the best of tacos and breadsticks in one irresistible package.

 

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10 taco sticks (serves 5) 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Taco Filling

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade)

Stick Assembly

  • 1 tube Pillsbury pizza dough
  • 5 Colby Jack and cheddar cheese sticks, halved

Garlic Butter Topping

  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F and lightly coat a large baking sheet with non-stick spray. This ensures your taco sticks won’t stick to the pan and will have the perfect baking temperature from the start.
  3. Cook Ground Beef
  4. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until fully browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat. Removing the excess fat prevents the dough from becoming soggy during baking.
  5. Season Beef
  6. Return the skillet to the stovetop and mix in the taco seasoning packet (dry, without water) until the beef is fully coated. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Allowing the meat to cool prevents the dough from getting soggy when assembling.
  7. Prepare Dough
  8. Spread the pizza dough out on a clean surface until flat. Cut in half lengthwise, then make 4 cuts across to create 10 small rectangles total. Even-sized rectangles will ensure consistent cooking time.
  9. Add Filling
  10. Place about 1 tablespoon or more of the cooled taco meat in the center of each dough rectangle. Top with half a cheese stick. Don’t overfill or the dough may tear during baking.
  11. Roll Taco Sticks
  12. Carefully roll up each pizza stick, making sure to pinch all seams closed tightly to prevent filling from leaking out during baking. Proper sealing is crucial for containing the delicious filling.
  13. Apply Garlic Butter
  14. In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley. Brush this mixture generously over the tops of all the taco sticks. This adds flavor and helps achieve a golden-brown finish.
  15. Bake
  16. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the dough is cooked through. Serve hot with your favorite taco toppings like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding 1/4 cup of diced onions or bell peppers to the ground beef while cooking.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • These can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking – just add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the meat mixture.
  • Leftover taco sticks can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
  • Author: bestfeed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 taco sticks
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Find it online: https://bestfeed.us/cheesy-taco-sticks/