Cheesy Taco Sticks
Cheesy Taco Sticks are a quick and fun meal made with crescent roll dough, seasoned ground meat, gooey cheese, and fresh taco toppings, perfect for weeknight dinners or parties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough Shortcut hero for flakiness.
- 1 cup ground beef or turkey Use lean meat for lighter options.
- 1 packet taco seasoning Store-bought or homemade, adjust sodium as needed.
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) Can substitute with pepper jack or a reduced-fat option.
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Add freshness; optional.
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions For added color and flavor.
- as needed cooking spray or oil for baking To help the sticks brown.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water as per package instructions and let simmer.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough on a baking sheet.
- Place a spoonful of the taco mixture on the wide end of each triangle and sprinkle with cheese, tomatoes, and green onions.
- Roll them up starting from the wide end and place them seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
These taco sticks can be prepped ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. For meal prep, you can make a double batch and freeze portions for later. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or yogurt for dipping.