Description
This Taco Pizza Appetizer combines the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef and creamy toppings on a buttery crescent roll crust. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it’s topped with fresh diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and crisp shredded lettuce, making it an irresistible and crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 8 ounces crescent rolls
Creamy Topping
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 4 ounces sour cream
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 taco seasoning packet (about 1 ounce)
Toppings
- Diced tomatoes, to taste (about ½ cup)
- Shredded cheddar cheese, to taste (about ½ cup)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese, to taste (about ½ cup)
- Shredded lettuce, for garnish (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the taco pizza.
- Prepare the Crust: Unroll the crescent rolls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased, then pinch the seams together carefully to form a solid crust base.
- Make Creamy Mixture: In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for easy spreading.
- Cook the Meat: Heat a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or turkey) until browned thoroughly, about 5-7 minutes, then drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning packet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread the cream cheese and sour cream mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust. Layer the seasoned meat on top, then add diced tomatoes and sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly.
- Bake: Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool slightly to set. Sprinkle shredded lettuce over the top for freshness, then slice into squares and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream to reduce calories and fat content.
- For spicier flavor, add jalapeños or hot sauce as a topping.
- Serve with salsa or guacamole for dipping.
- If you want a crispier crust, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, but watch to prevent burning.
