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Golden brown taco-stuffed cheesy pockets served on a tray with sour cream and salsa on the side

Loaded Taco-Stuffed Cheesy Pockets


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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pockets
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Loaded Taco-Stuffed Cheesy Pockets are filled with seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and salsa, wrapped in tortillas and baked to golden perfection.


Ingredients

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  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 Tbsp melted butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 (6-inch) tortillas


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking tray.
  2. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned. Drain fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning per packet instructions.
  4. Mix cream cheese and salsa in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Lay out tortilla, add cheese mixture, beef, and shredded cheddar.
  6. Fold burrito-style and place seam-side down on tray.
  7. Brush with melted butter.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden and crisp.
  9. Cool slightly and serve with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Use air fryer for extra crunch (375°F for 10 mins).
  • Swap beef with shredded chicken or black beans.
  • Freeze unbaked pockets for later.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pocket
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg