Easy Crispy Taco Turnovers
Crunchy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Easy Crispy Taco Turnovers redefine weeknight dinners and party snacks! Packed with a savory mix of spiced ground beef and gooey melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough, this recipe delivers classic taco goodness in a handheld, mess-free package. Perfect for busy cooks, these turnovers come together in just 40 minutes with minimal prep and a quick bake time, making them a lifesaver for last-minute meals. A light egg wash gives them a picture-perfect crispiness, while optional sides like salsa and sour cream add a delicious finishing touch. Whether you’re serving these crispy taco turnovers as a kid-friendly dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, they’re guaranteed to disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- salsa (optional, for serving)
- sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes).
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then return the beef to the pan. Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is evenly combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 16 pre-cut triangles (from the two cans). On a clean surface, slightly stretch each triangle to make them large enough to hold the filling.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the taco beef mixture onto the wide end of each crescent dough triangle. Sprinkle roughly 1 tablespoon of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the meat filling.
Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges by pressing with a fork. Make sure the turnovers are tightly sealed to prevent any filling from leaking.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops of each turnover with the egg wash for a golden, glossy finish.
Place the turnovers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the turnovers are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the turnovers from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with salsa and sour cream on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 695 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 143 mg | 3% | |
*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.
