Taco Ranch Bites

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 24 bites

Ingredients

For the Filling

• 1 pound (450 g) lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
• 1 packet (1 oz/28 g) taco seasoning
• ¼ cup (60 ml) water
• ½ cup ranch dressing
• 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup (50 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

For the Bites

• 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Sour cream
• Salsa
• Guacamole
• Sliced jalapeños

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess grease.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, until thickened.
4. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and green onions.
5. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Cut each triangle in half to make smaller pieces if desired.
6. Place about 1 tablespoon of the beef mixture in the center of each piece of dough.
7. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to seal.
8. Arrange the bites on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
9. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or jalapeños.

Serving Suggestions

• Mexican rice
• Refried beans
• Corn salad
• Tortilla chips and queso
• Fresh garden salad

Tips

• Don’t overfill the dough to prevent the bites from bursting during baking.
• Swap the ground beef for ground turkey or shredded chicken for a different variation.
• Add diced green chilies or chopped jalapeños to the filling for extra heat.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the crispiest results.