Taco Pizza Appetizer: A Delightful Fusion of Flavors
If you’re in search of a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines the bold flavors of tacos with the cheesy goodness of pizza, look no further than this Taco Pizza Appetizer. Perfect for game nights, casual family dinners, or festive gatherings, this dish is not only visually appealing with its vibrant toppings but also incredibly easy to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a delicious fusion that invites everyone to gather around. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy a delightful experience with every slice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces crescent rolls
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces sour cream
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- Additional toppings: jalapeños, chilies, or your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll the crescent rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and press them together to form a solid crust.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- While the crust bakes, cook the ground beef (or turkey) in a skillet over medium heat with taco seasoning until browned.
- Once the crust has cooled slightly, spread a mixture of cream cheese and sour cream over it.
- Layer on the cooked meat followed by tomatoes, both cheeses, and any additional toppings you desire.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg