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Taco Ranch Bites
Caroline

Taco Ranch Bites

These bite-sized Taco Ranch Bites are a savory appetizer featuring seasoned beef, melted cheddar, and creamy ranch dressing nestled in crispy phyllo tart shells — the perfect crowd-pleasing snack for game days or parties!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 75 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 oz taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz ranch dressing
  • 5 packages (15-count each) frozen phyllo tart shells

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Spoon or small scoop
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and the can of diced tomatoes with green chiles. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing. Add the cooked beef mixture and stir until evenly combined.
  5. Spoon the mixture into the frozen phyllo tart shells, filling each one generously.
  6. Arrange filled shells on a baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or 10–13 minutes if the shells are still frozen, until golden and bubbly.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

  • You can assemble these ahead of time and freeze before baking.
  • Keep the phyllo shells frozen until ready to fill for best results.
  • Perfect for holidays, potlucks, Super Bowl parties, or anytime you need a quick crowd-pleasing appetizer.