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Loaded Taco Ranch Wonton Cups: Easy Party Appetizer with Spicy Jalapeño Crema

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These crispy, cheesy wonton cups are loaded with savory taco ranch filling and topped with a cool, spicy jalapeño crema. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer or a fun twist on taco night.

Ingredients

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  • 24 square wonton wrappers
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo (for topping)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (for topping)
  • Diced avocado or guacamole (for topping)
  • Sliced black olives (optional, for topping)
  • Extra jalapeño slices (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. Press a wonton wrapper into each cup to form a bowl. Lightly spray the wrappers again.
  3. Bake the empty wonton wrappers for 7–8 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
  4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef and diced onion for 5–6 minutes until browned and onion is soft. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in ranch dressing, shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, black beans, and corn. Cook for 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted and mixture is well combined.
  7. Spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of the taco mixture into each baked wonton cup.
  8. Return filled cups to oven and bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and wonton edges are golden.
  9. While cups bake, blend sour cream, mayonnaise, jalapeño, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth to make the jalapeño crema.
  10. Let cups cool in the tin for 3–4 minutes, then carefully lift out.
  11. Drizzle with jalapeño crema and add toppings such as diced tomatoes, cilantro, avocado, olives, and extra jalapeño slices. Serve warm.

Notes

Pre-bake the wonton wrappers for crispiness. Use a cookie scoop for even filling. Watch the oven closely to avoid burning. Let cups cool slightly before removing from the tin. Customize the filling and toppings to your taste. For a vegetarian version, use black beans or lentils instead of meat.

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