Enchilada Cups

Cheesy Enchilada Cups – A Fun and Tasty Twist on Classic Enchiladas

If you’re looking for a fun, bite-sized take on a classic Mexican dish, these Enchilada Cups are perfect for you! With a crispy tortilla shell filled with seasoned beef, beans, corn, and gooey melted cheese, these cups are packed with all the delicious flavors of enchiladas. They’re ideal as appetizers, party snacks, or even a fun dinner option that everyone will love.

Recipe: Enchilada Cups

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Calories: 230 kcal per serving
Servings: 10 cups

Ingredients

• 10 small flour tortillas
• 1 lb ground beef, 80-85% lean
• 10 oz red enchilada sauce
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 14 oz canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• ½ cup canned whole kernel corn
• ¼ cup chopped pickled jalapeños
• 1½ cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 1 green onion, chopped (optional)
• ¼ cup chopped tomato (optional)
• ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
• 1 small avocado, cubed (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Tortilla Cups

1. Preheat the Oven
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
2. Form the Tortilla Cups
   • Place a tortilla into each muffin cup to form a bowl shape. For extra support, place a small ball of tin foil in each cup to help the tortillas hold their shape.
3. Bake the Tortillas
   • Bake for about 15 minutes or until the tortillas are crispy. Remove from the oven, discard the foil balls, and set the muffin tin aside.

Step 2: Cook the Beef Filling

1. Brown the Beef
   • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart, until nearly cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
2. Add Seasoning and Ingredients
   • Add the enchilada sauce and taco seasoning, stirring to combine. Then, mix in the black beans, corn, and chopped jalapeños.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

1. Fill the Cups
   • Spoon the beef mixture into each baked tortilla cup, filling them nearly to the top.
2. Top with Cheese
   • Sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese over each cup.
3. Bake Again
   • Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

1. Add Toppings
   • Remove the enchilada cups from the oven and top with optional garnishes like cilantro, green onion, chopped tomato, sour cream, and avocado.
2. Serve Warm
   • Serve the enchilada cups while warm and enjoy!

📌 Tips for Making Perfect Enchilada Cups

• Customize the Fillings: Swap out ground beef for ground chicken or turkey, or make it vegetarian by using more beans and veggies.
• Add Spice Levels: For a spicier kick, add extra jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili powder.
• Make-Ahead Option: You can prepare the beef filling in advance and assemble the cups just before baking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Enchilada Cups are the perfect mix of crispy, cheesy, and savory. Each cup delivers a satisfying blend of flavors and textures in every bite, making them a fantastic choice for any gathering or casual dinner. They’re easy to make, customizable, and bring all the bold flavors of enchiladas in a fun and portable form.

Enchilada Cups

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 10 1x

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Description

These Enchilada Cups are the perfect fusion of flavors wrapped up in a crunchy tortilla shell. With seasoned beef, beans, corn, and cheese, every bite packs a burst of classic enchilada taste. These cups are fun to eat, easy to make, and loaded with your favorite toppings.

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Ingredients

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10 small flour tortillas
1 lb ground beef, 80-85% lean
10 oz red enchilada sauce
2 tbsp taco seasoning
14 oz canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup canned whole kernel corn
1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapeños
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, optional
1 green onion, chopped, optional
1/4 cup chopped tomato, optional
1/4 cup sour cream, optional
1 small avocado, cubed, optional

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Place a tortilla in each muffin cup to form a bowl shape. For added support, insert a small tin foil ball in each cup to help tortillas hold shape.
Bake the tortillas for about 15 minutes or until crispy. Remove from the oven, discard the foil balls, and set the pan aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook, crumbling it until nearly cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
Add the enchilada sauce and taco seasoning to the beef, stirring to combine. Then, add the black beans, corn, and jalapeños, and mix well.
Spoon the beef mixture into each baked tortilla cup, filling nearly to the top. Sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese over each cup.
Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Remove the enchilada cups from the oven and top with cilantro, green onion, tomato, sour cream, and avocado if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 230