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Low Carb 3 Ingredient Cheese Taco Cups

These easy-to-make cheese taco cups are low in carbs and perfect for any occasion. Made with just three ingredients, they can be customized with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Cups
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack or Mexican blend for different flavors.
Filling
  • 1 pound ground beef Can use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Create 8 small mounds of shredded cheddar on the baking sheet, spacing them apart. Flatten each mound slightly into a circle.
Baking
  1. Bake the cheese for 6 to 8 minutes until melted, bubbly, and golden around the edges.
  2. After baking, let the cheese rounds cool for about 1 minute. Then, carefully drape each over the cups of an upside down muffin tin or small ramekins to form taco cup shapes. Allow them to cool completely.
Cooking the Filling
  1. While the cheese cups are cooling, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until fully browned. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add taco seasoning to the beef and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until well-coated and aromatic.
Assembly
  1. Spoon the seasoned beef into each cooled cheese cup.
  2. Serve immediately while the cups are still crisp.

Notes

These taco cups are perfect for parties, game day, or as a simple weeknight dinner. Consider adding toppings like diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.