Description
Cheesy taco bombs elevate classic Mexican flavors with an air fryer twist. Crispy exterior, melted cheese, and spicy filling create an irresistible appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0.5 lb (225 g) ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 can (8-count) refrigerated biscuit dough (or crescent roll dough)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 tbsps melted butter
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Sizzle ground beef in a skillet until thoroughly browned, draining excess fat for a lean, flavorful base.
- Seasoning Enhancement: Infuse the meat with taco seasoning and water, creating a thick, aromatic sauce that coats the beef completely.
- Dough Transformation: Gently stretch biscuit rounds into thin, 4-inch discs, preparing a delicate foundation for the filling.
- Filling Assembly: Position a hearty spoonful of seasoned meat in the center of each dough circle, topping with a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- Bomb Formation: Carefully gather and pinch dough edges, sealing completely to create compact taco bombs that prevent filling from escaping during cooking.
- Air Fryer Preparation: Preheat air fryer to 350F, lightly misting the basket with oil to prevent sticking and ensure smooth cooking.
- Cooking Process: Arrange taco bombs seam-side down in the air fryer, cooking for 8-10 minutes and rotating midway to achieve uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- Final Touch: Brush hot taco bombs with a luxurious garlic and oregano butter glaze, then garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
- Serving Suggestion: Present alongside vibrant salsa, cool sour cream, or creamy guacamole for a complete and satisfying culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Dough Tearing: Stretch biscuit dough gently and evenly to avoid rips that could cause filling leakage during cooking.
- Control Meat Moisture: Drain excess fat completely from ground beef to keep taco bombs crisp and prevent soggy bottoms in the air fryer.
- Seal Edges Carefully: Use fingertips to pinch and fold dough edges tightly, creating a complete seal that locks in cheese and meat during air frying.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to accommodate different protein preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg