Cheesy Sloppy Joe Taco Bites
Transform your classic sloppy joes into a playful, bite-sized treat with these Cheesy Sloppy Joe Taco Bites! Perfectly baked biscuit cups cradle a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and gooey cheese, offering a delightful twist that’s ideal for parties, game day snacks, or a fun family dinner. Top these tasty cups with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of olives for a pop of flavor and color. With easy preparation and bold flavors, these will quickly become a favorite in your household!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1 (8 ounce) can (Separate into individual biscuits)
Ground beef
1 lb (Brown in skillet)
Onion
1 small (Chopped)
Garlic
1-2 tablespoons (Minced)
Green bell pepper
1 small (Chopped)
Salt and black pepper
to taste (For seasoning)
Taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup (Add to meat mixture)
Water
1/2 cup (To combine with other ingredients)
Canned sloppy joe sandwich sauce
1/2 cup (Add to meat mixture)
Shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
1 cup (To be added to beef mixture)
Shredded lettuce
to taste (For topping)
Chopped tomato
to taste (For topping)
Sour cream
to taste (For topping)
Sliced black olives
to taste (For topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Separate the refrigerated buttermilk biscuits and flatten each biscuit into a circle approximately 3-1/2 inches in diameter.
3
Carefully place each biscuit over the underside of a standard-size muffin tin and press down gently to form a 'bowl'.
4
Bake the biscuit cups in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they’re golden brown. Once baked, remove them from the oven and set them aside on a serving platter.
5
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add in the chopped onions, minced garlic, and green bell peppers, cooking until the beef is browned and the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6
Stir in the taco seasoning mix, water, and sloppy joe sandwich sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s hot and bubbly.
7
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese until the mixture is well combined and the cheese is melted.
8
Spoon the cheesy beef mixture evenly into each baked biscuit cup.
9
Top each cup with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and additional shredded cheese as desired.
10
Finally, add a dollop of sour cream and a few sliced black olives on top for added flavor and presentation. Serve warm and enjoy your delightful taco bites!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cheesy Sloppy Joe Taco Bites?
They are a bite-sized snack featuring seasoned ground beef, bell peppers, and melted cheese served inside baked biscuit cups.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What type of biscuits are used for the cups?
The recipe calls for refrigerated buttermilk biscuits.
How do I shape the biscuit cups?
Flatten each biscuit into a 3-1/2 inch circle and press it over the underside of a standard-size muffin tin.
How long should the biscuit cups bake?
Bake the biscuit cups for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown.
How much ground beef is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of ground beef.
What vegetables are added to the meat mixture?
Small chopped onions, minced garlic, and green bell peppers are added to the beef.
How much taco seasoning is used?
You will need 1/4 cup of taco seasoning mix.
What liquid is added to the meat and seasoning?
Add 1/2 cup of water to the mixture.
How much sloppy joe sauce is required?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of canned sloppy joe sandwich sauce.
How long does the beef mixture simmer?
Simmer the mixture for 6-7 minutes until it is hot and bubbly.
How much cheese is stirred into the filling?
Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese once the skillet is removed from heat.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
A Mexican blend or cheddar cheese is recommended.
What are the recommended toppings?
Toppings include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, additional cheese, sour cream, and sliced black olives.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 total ingredients listed for this recipe.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, it is described as ideal for parties, game day snacks, or fun family dinners.
How do I season the beef?
Season the ground beef with salt and black pepper to taste while cooking with vegetables.
When do I add the cheese to the meat?
The cheese should be stirred in after the skillet is removed from the heat.
Should the biscuits be flattened before baking?
Yes, flatten them into circles approximately 3-1/2 inches in diameter.
How is the meat cooked?
The beef is browned in a large skillet over medium heat along with the vegetables.
Can I add extra cheese on top?
Yes, you can add additional shredded cheese as desired after filling the cups.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What gives the meat its 'sloppy joe' flavor?
The combination of canned sloppy joe sandwich sauce and the beef mixture provides the signature flavor.
How many biscuits are in the can?
The recipe specifies an 8-ounce can of biscuits.
How do I ensure the biscuits form a 'bowl' shape?
Press them gently over the underside of a muffin tin to create the bowl form during baking.
Are the olives sliced or whole?
The recipe calls for sliced black olives.
What size should the onion be?
The recipe uses 1 small onion, chopped.
Should the taco bites be served hot?
Yes, the recipe suggests serving them warm for the best experience.
What is the purpose of adding water to the beef?
The water is combined with the taco seasoning and sauce to create the simmered mixture.
Can these be made as a quick meal?
Yes, 'quick meal' is one of the tags associated with this recipe.