Ghost Mini Taco Pies
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Ghost Mini Taco Pies, where crispy puff pastry meets savory ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty jalapeños. Perfect for Halloween parties or casual gatherings, these bite-sized treats are not only fun to eat but also bursting with flavor. Serve them with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro for a delicious twist on classic tacos that will keep everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 mini taco pies 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 jalapeños (sliced)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, then drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning with water as per packet instructions and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Roll out thawed puff pastry sheets to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into ghost shapes.
- Place some beef filling on each pastry shape, top with cheese and jalapeños, then seal with another pastry cutout using a fork.
- Arrange pies on a lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Top with sour cream and cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini taco pie (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg