Bite Size Taco Turnovers
Perfectly portable and packed with flavor, Bite Size Taco Turnovers bring all the zesty goodness of tacos into an irresistible hand-held form. This quick and easy recipe combines seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar cheese, and optional fresh additions like diced tomatoes and cilantro, all tucked inside flaky biscuit dough. Sealed to perfection and baked until golden brown, these adorable taco pockets are brushed with an egg wash for a beautifully crisp finish. Ready in under 30 minutes, these mini turnovers are ideal for parties, game-day snacks, or a fun twist on Taco Tuesday. Serve them warm with sour cream and salsa for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 pound Ground beef
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 8 pieces Refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Diced tomatoes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1 piece Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- Sour cream (for serving, optional)
- Salsa (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Separate the refrigerated biscuit dough into individual pieces. Flatten each piece into a circle about 4 inches in diameter using your hands or a rolling pin.
Place about 1 tablespoon of the seasoned ground beef mixture onto one half of each dough circle. Add a pinch of shredded cheddar cheese on top. If desired, add a small amount of diced tomatoes and cilantro.
Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with your fingers, then crimp them with a fork to seal.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the turnovers with the egg wash to achieve a golden brown crust.
Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Serve with sour cream and salsa on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.9 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.1 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 4627 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.7 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.6 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 976 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 785 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
