Always a quick and easy weeknight meal for us! Addictive!

These Baked Cheesy Taco Sticks are the perfect solution for busy weeknights! They’re quick to assemble, require minimal ingredients, and deliver a satisfying combination of crunchy dough, melty cheese, and savory taco filling.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prep: Heat your oven to 425°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for an additional minute or two.

3. Assemble the Sticks: Unroll the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and stretch it into a large rectangle. Cut the dough into even squares or rectangles. Sprinkle some shredded cheese on each square, leaving a little bit of room on the edges for folding. Add a spoonful of the seasoned beef mixture on top of the cheese.

4. Fold and Bake: Fold the dough squares in half over the filling to create little pockets or sticks. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. Brush the tops with melted butter (optional) and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. You can also add more cheese on top for extra cheesiness.

5. Bake to Golden Brown: Bake the taco sticks for 10-12 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve and Enjoy: Let the taco sticks cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro for a pop of color and freshness (optional).