Monster Taco Skulls Appetizer Recipe
Elevate your next gathering with these Monster Taco Skulls! These spooky, cheesy bites feature a crunchy taco filling encased in flaky puff pastry, making them an irresistible addition to any Halloween party or casual get-together. Packed with bold flavors from taco seasoning and gooey melted cheese, they are sure to impress your guests and satisfy their cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water; cook until well combined.
- On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into skull shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place a tablespoon of beef filling on one half of each skull shape, sprinkle with cheese, then fold over the other half.
- Press edges to seal and brush each skull with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg