Description
Mouthwatering loaded cheesy pocket tacos bring Mexican street flavor straight to your kitchen with crispy tortillas packed with zesty fillings. Melted cheese, seasoned meat, and fresh toppings create an irresistible handheld feast you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Base and Accompaniments:
- 12 6-inch tortillas
- 1/2 cup salsa
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Green onions
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, thoroughly draining excess fat.
- Incorporate taco seasoning and salsa into the meat, simmering for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Whip cream cheese and Cheddar cheese together in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Layer the creamy cheese blend across each tortilla, followed by a generous portion of seasoned beef.
- Carefully fold tortillas into compact pockets, creating sealed edges to prevent filling from escaping.
- Generously brush external surface of each pocket with melted butter for enhanced golden crispiness.
- Position pockets on a baking sheet, then roast in a preheated 350F (175C) oven for 10-12 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp.
- Garnish with optional accompaniments like tangy sour cream, zesty salsa, and freshly chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier version of these tacos.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like pepper jack or Mexican blend for added flavor complexity.
- Use whole wheat or low-carb tortillas to make the dish more diet-friendly and nutritionally balanced.
- Ensure tortillas are sealed tightly to prevent cheese from leaking during baking, creating a perfect crispy pocket.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg