These Cheesy Taco Sticks bring all your favorite taco flavors to your Monday Munchies in a fun, handheld format. With seasoned ground beef and gooey melted cheese wrapped in golden pizza dough, they’re perfect for game day, lunch boxes, or whenever you want comfort food that’s easy to eat on the go. The garlic herb butter finish takes them from good to absolutely irresistible.
If you love Mexican-inspired handheld favorites, try our Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos for fresh taco flavors, or our Tamale Casserole for that same seasoned beef satisfaction in casserole form. For more cheese-filled comfort, the Beer Cheese Sloppy Joes deliver melty, savory goodness with a different twist.
Cheesy Taco Sticks
Cheesy Taco Sticks feature seasoned ground beef and string cheese wrapped in golden pizza dough, brushed with garlic herb butter for the ultimate handheld comfort food.
8
servings15
minutes20
minutes320
kcal35
minutesIngredients
1 pound ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning mix
8 pieces string cheese
1 tube pizza dough
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Add the taco seasoning to the beef along with a bit of water, stir well, and simmer until thickened.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle and slice it into 8 equal strips using a sharp knife.
- Place a piece of string cheese on each dough strip, then add a spoonful of seasoned taco beef on top.
- Carefully roll up each strip, ensuring the ends are tightly sealed to enclose the cheese and beef completely.
- Place the rolled sticks on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down, to prevent them from opening while baking.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan, and stir in garlic powder and oregano for flavoring the rolls.
- Brush the melted butter mixture generously over the taco sticks to give them a golden, flavorful finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 320kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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