Description
These Cheesy Taco Breadsticks are a delicious, savory snack perfect for any occasion. Ground beef seasoned with taco spices and sautéed with onion and garlic is wrapped in soft pizza dough and baked to golden perfection. Topped with melted Mexican cheese and served with salsa and guacamole, these breadsticks combine the best of taco flavors and cheesy goodness in a fun, handheld treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Dough and Topping
- 1 lb pizza dough, rolled out into a rectangle
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Serving
- Salsa, for dipping
- Guacamole, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot and ready when you finish preparing the breadsticks.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion and minced garlic until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the beef: Add the ground beef and taco seasoning to the skillet. Cook, stirring and breaking up the meat, until the beef is fully browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape, about 12×8 inches, on a lightly floured surface. Cut the dough into 5 equal strips lengthwise.
- Assemble the breadsticks: Spoon an even amount of the beef mixture and some Mexican cheese blend onto one side of each dough strip. Fold the dough over and carefully pinch the edges to seal the filling inside, forming a filled breadstick.
- Brush with olive oil: Place the sealed breadsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly brush the tops with olive oil to promote browning and a crisp crust.
- Bake the breadsticks: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until the dough starts to turn golden.
- Add more cheese and finish baking: Remove the breadsticks from the oven and sprinkle additional Mexican cheese blend on top. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the breadsticks cool slightly, then serve warm with salsa and guacamole for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure to seal the dough edges well to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Use any favorite taco seasoning blend or make your own for customization.
- Serve immediately for best texture; breadsticks lose crispness when cooled.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
