This Cheesy Taco Sticks recipe is a fun, melty, flavor-packed twist on taco night! Seasoned taco meat and gooey cheese are wrapped in soft dough and baked until golden and irresistible. Easy to make and perfect for dipping, they’re a family-friendly favorite for weeknights, parties, or game-day snacking.
Servings:Â 6
Ingredients
- For the Filling
- 1 lb 450 g ground beef
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup 60 ml water
- For Assembling
- 1 can 13.8 oz / 390 g refrigerated pizza dough
- 1½ cups 170 g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup 110 g shredded cheddar cheese
- For Topping
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- Optional for Serving
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
Instructions
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Cook the filling
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Brown the beef
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Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Season
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Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add water and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thick. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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Prepare the dough
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll pizza dough into a rectangle and cut into 10 equal strips.
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Assemble the sticks
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Spoon taco filling down the center of each strip. Top with mozzarella and cheddar. Fold dough over the filling and pinch edges to seal, forming sticks.
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Brush & bake
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Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder and parsley.
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Bake
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve
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Let cool slightly and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.