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These handheld cheesy beef wraps turn standard taco flavors into portable bites everyone will grab. They're super for gameday snacking, busy weeknight meals, or when you're just craving something tasty. With seasoned beef and stretchy cheese all tucked inside golden dough, they'll win over the whole family—from the pickiest kids to hungry adults.
I whipped these up for the first time at my nephew's birthday as a twist on plain tacos. They vanished so fast they've now become what everyone begs for whenever we get together for movies or casual hangouts.
What You'll Need
- Ground beef: Makes up the tasty filling. Go for 80/20 for the juiciest results
- Taco seasoning packet: Saves time and gives reliable flavor
- Pillsbury Pizza Dough: Works as the crispy outer shell
- Cheese sticks: Creates that must-have gooey pull. Colby and cheddar mix gives the best taco taste
- Butter: Helps get that mouthwatering crispy outside
- Garlic powder: Adds kick to the butter topping
- Dried parsley: Brings a pop of green and mild flavor
How to Make Them
- Get Your Oven Hot:
- Warm it to 400°F and put parchment on your baking tray. The paper stops everything from sticking and makes cleaning up way faster. Having your oven fully heated means the dough will cook right and turn that nice golden color.
- Cook Your Meat:
- Put ground beef in a pan over medium heat and cook until you don't see any pink. Break it up as it cooks so there aren't big chunks. Pour off the extra fat so your wraps won't be greasy. Mix in the whole taco seasoning packet and follow the directions on it—usually adding some water and letting it bubble until it thickens up.
- Fix Your Dough:
- Roll out the pizza dough on a surface with a bit of flour. Cut it into 10 same-sized rectangles using a knife or pizza cutter. They should be about 3x5 inches each so they wrap around the filling nicely.
- Put Them Together:
- Drop about 2 spoonfuls of your taco meat in the middle of each piece of dough. Put half a cheese stick on top of the meat. Fold the dough over from the long side and pinch all the edges closed really well. Put them down with the seam underneath on your baking sheet, keeping them about an inch apart.
- Make Your Butter Mix:
- Melt some butter in a small bowl in the microwave. Stir in garlic powder and dried parsley until they're mixed in good. Brush this all over the tops and sides of each wrap. It'll make them taste amazing and look golden when they're done.
- Bake Them Up:
- Stick them in your hot oven for 12-15 minutes. Look for them to puff up a bit and turn golden brown. Sometimes cheese might bubble out of tiny holes, which means they're ready to come out.
- Time to Eat:
- Let them cool for about 5 minutes before digging in. This keeps you from burning your mouth and lets the cheese firm up a little. Put them on a plate with some salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for dipping.
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The smell that fills my kitchen when I cook these is unbeatable—spiced beef mixing with that garlicky butter aroma. Nothing beats taking that first bite and watching the cheese stretch out in long, gorgeous pulls. These little guys have gotten me through so many crazy weeknights when I didn't know what to make.
Fix Them Ahead
These are great for planning meals ahead. You can make and bake them completely, then cool them down and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you want to eat them, warm them in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes. If you want to save them longer, freeze the cooled wraps on a tray first, then toss them in a freezer bag where they'll stay good for up to 2 months. When you're ready, heat frozen ones in a 375°F oven for 15-20 minutes until they're hot all the way through.
Change It Up
The best thing about these wraps is how easy they are to switch around. Try ground turkey or chicken instead of beef if you want something lighter. If you don't eat meat, mashed black beans with taco seasoning works great. You can mix in corn, chopped bell peppers, or sliced olives to the meat for extra taste and goodness. Want breakfast wraps? Use scrambled eggs with chorizo and pepper jack. You can even go sweet by using cinnamon sugar butter and a cream cheese filling.
What to Serve With Them
These wraps taste awesome by themselves, but they're even better as part of a bigger meal. Try them with a simple green salad topped with avocado and lime dressing for dinner. When friends come over, set up different dips like ranch, queso, fresh salsa, and hot sauce. They go great with Mexican rice or a corn salad if you want a bigger meal. For a cool way to serve them, stand them up in a tall glass with dips all around.
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Common Questions
- → Can I swap out the pizza dough?
Sure thing, try puff pastry or those canned crescent rolls instead. Just watch your baking time as it might change.
- → What other cheese options work well?
You can't go wrong with stretchy mozzarella, creamy Monterey Jack, or spicy Pepper Jack for something different.
- → How do I make them hotter?
Toss in some fresh jalapeño bits with your filling or grab a hot taco seasoning mix for extra kick.
- → Can I make these beforehand?
Definitely! Put everything together, then stick them in the fridge or freezer until you're ready to bake. You'll need to cook them longer if they're cold.
- → What should I serve with them?
They're amazing with chunky salsa, fresh guacamole, tangy sour cream, or warm queso for dipping.