These Taco Cupcakes may be my new favorite. They are bite size pieces of heaven packed with lots of flavor. They are a great mini appetizer for gatherings and parties. See my DIY recipe below for these mini cupcakes.
• Prep Time 10 min
• Total Time 30 min
INGREDIENTS
1 pound ground beef (you can substitute chicken or turkey for the beef.)
1 package of Old El Paso taco seasoning mix
1 pack of Party size Cubanita Discos Dough for Pastries (approximately 20 in the pack)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, diced onions, jalapenos, lettuce
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray 20 muffin cups with cooking spray.
2. Brown beef in a skillet and drain the fat. Add the taco seasoning mix and water called for on the package and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
3. Place one dough disc in the bottom of each muffin cup. Layer about 3 Tbsp. of taco meat and 1 Tbsp. of shredded cheese.
4. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Remove cupcakes from tin and top with your favorite taco toppings (i.e. sour cream, diced tomatoes, diced onions, jalapenos, or lettuce.)
For more information on this recipe:
http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/taco-cupcakes/01bc4542-2c87-4b98-a8e8-ac81e79357d9 
