• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Blog
  • Recipes
  • Privacy Policy

Linger

My WordPress Blog

Home » Appetizers » Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers

January 17, 2019 · Updated October 21, 2022

Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers

Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe
Mini Taco Wonton Cups with sour cream, cherry tomato and jalapeno slices.

These Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers are the perfect recipe for any get-together, especially your Super Bowl Party that’s coming up. A quick and easy throw-together with layers of refried beans, chorizo, and the beloved shredded cheese. Of course, you will want to gather whatever toppings you like whether that’s sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite salsa to complete these bites.

Mini Taco Wonton Cups with sour cream, cherry tomato and jalapeno slices. All of these appetizers are sitting on a wooden board with a cup of tomatoes sitting next to it.

Football Season is made for Food

Like many Americans, this is the season that weekends have given way to Football Game Day. And around our house, it means swinging from the heights of exhilaration to the depths of despair. It’s not uncommon to hear sounds of whoops and hollers coming from our living room as well as some pounding on the furniture, screaming at the TV screen and maybe even a little bit of light cussing in the air.

And with the Super Bowl right around the corner, that weekend would not be complete without stuffing our faces with a variety of finger foods. And one of our favorites is Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers. Another crowd-pleaser is these Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers that are sure to win the day. 

What I love about these Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers:

This recipe can be partially made ahead of time and easily thrown together at the last minute. It’s so much better when you’re throwing a party to be able to prep and cook a recipe before anyone shows up at your door. The chorizo and onions can be cooked and stored in the fridge, cheese can be shredded and veggies cut up hours ahead of time. Once all that’s done, you can easily have these in and out of the oven in less than 15 minutes.

The appetizers can be served at room temperature. This makes the perfect food for an evening of Super Bowl Partying. No need to serve immediately or no reason to keep them warm. They are great right out of the oven or sitting on the buffet table for a couple of hours while the game is on. But truth be told, they probably won’t last that long.

It’s a simple recipe but carries with it loads of flavor. I chose the spicy chorizo because around our house we love food that’s fiery. If you’re wimpier (wink, wink), you can go with the mild chorizo. But adding the layers of refried beans, sautéed onions, sharp cheddar cheese, and tangy sour cream is what delivers the explosion of flavor in such a little nibble.

They’re the quintessential finger food. No forks needed here. Your guests can grab one of these small bites, throw the whole thing in their mouth and be on their way to the next appetizer. It’s the easiest way to accommodate all the movement and excitement happening in the room. No mess, no fuss, and no hassle. That’s the way a party should run.

Wontons in mini muffin tin with olive oil and brush. A pink napkin sits next to them.

Wontons – the simplest base layer for these Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers

Wontons are what make this recipe effortless. Simply pick up a package in the produce section of your grocery store. They’re already perfectly squared to fit in mini muffin tins. All you have to do is open the package, brush a little bit of olive oil on both sides and gently press them into the tins. You’re ready now for layering the good stuff!

Wontons filled with chorizo sit in a mini muffin tin. A skillet with the meat sits next to the tin.

Filling the Wontons with Refried Beans, Chorizo and Sautéed Onions

After frying up some chorizo, sauté a sweet onion in about 1-2 tablespoons of the grease. Combine the chorizo and onion together and begin filling the wontons. Spread about a teaspoon of refried beans (not shown in the photo, sorry) in the bottom of the wontons. Then top the beans with a heaping tablespoon or more of the chorizo/onion mixture.

The one thing I like about chorizo for these taco wontons is the meat is already seasoned. It’s loaded with spices and herbs, like chili peppers, paprika, cumin, garlic, oregano, etc. There’s such flavor inside that you don’t even need to add anything, except maybe a little bit of salt. It’s one reason these Mini Taco Wonton Cup Appetizers are so simple to pull together.

A mini muffin tin is filled with cooked taco wontons and shredded cheese sprinkled on top.

Place the muffin tins in a preheated 350°F oven and cook for 10-13 minutes or until the wontons are nice and brown and the meat is heated through.

A close-up view of a mini muffin tin is filled with cooked taco wontons and shredded cheese sprinkled on top.

Cheesy Taco Wonton Appetizers

Under no circumstance can you have tacos without the cheese. It just doesn’t seem right to me. So, once these crispy bites are out of the oven, it’s time to sprinkle on whatever shredded cheese you like. Cheddar is a favorite around our house. I don’t like to add the cheese before it goes into the oven, otherwise, I found that the cheese becomes too baked and crusty.

Don’t let the cooked mini taco bites sit in the muffin tins for long. Pull them out and let them cool on a wire rack. The hot pans can sweat and make the wontons a little soggy if left in.

Mini Taco Wonton Cups with sour cream, cherry tomato and jalapeno slices. All of these appetizers are sitting on a wooden board with a cup of tomatoes sitting next to it.

All the Accompaniments Give these Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers the Win

At this point, you can add whatever Mexican accompaniments you like. A little dollop of sour cream, thinly sliced jalapeño and a cherry tomato is what I chose. It makes it easy for someone to grab this mini munchie and plop it in their mouth. But of course, guacamole and salsa is always a definite win. The great thing about either guac or salsa is you can purchase them at the grocery store already made up which makes life a lot easier when you’re getting ready for the game.

Okay, when it’s time for the Game to begin, its either gonna make for a GREAT day or a disappointing one in my household, depending on who wins. But one thing that’s sure to bring a cheer is these Mini Taco Wonton Cup Appetizers.

Please consider leaving me a comment down below for any other game day ideas. I’m always looking for new possibilities to try.

Here are a few other appetizers that you might like to consider:

Bourbon Candied Bacon (you won’t believe how good these are)

Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Breadsticks (delicious and juicy!)

Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers (always a touchdown!)

Spinach and Feta Puff Pastries (a home run – sorry, wrong game)

 

Let’s be Friends – Please like and follow me on Pinterest – Linger.

Print

Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers

Mini Taco Wonton Cups with sour cream, cherry tomato and jalapeno slices. All of these appetizers are sitting on a wooden board with a cup of tomatoes sitting next to it.
Print Recipe

★★★★★

5 from 1 reviews

These Mini Taco Wonton Appetizers are the perfect recipe for game day or tailgating. A quick and easy throw together with layers of refried beans, chorizo, and shredded cheese.

  • Author: Kristy Murray
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 24 Mini Taco Cups 1x
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb Spicy Chorizo, bulk
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion, chopped
  • 24 Wonton Wrappers
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil, for brushing
  • 1/4– 1/3 cup Refried Beans
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • Sour Cream, optional
  • Jalapeños, thinly sliced, optional
  • Cherry Tomatoes, quartered, optional
  • Additional Toppings – Guacamole and Salsa

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven to 350°F. In a large skillet over medium-high heat add the spicy chorizo and sprinkle with salt, fry until browned.  Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Drain grease from the skillet, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons. Add the onions to the skillet and sauté until tender and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the chorizo back into the skillet with the onions and remove from heat.
  • Brush both sides of the wontons (one at a time) and gently press each one into the mini muffin tins.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of refried beans to the bottom of the wonton cup. Add a heaping tablespoon of the chorizo/onion mixture.
  • Place the muffin tin in the 350°F oven and cook for 10-13 minutes until the edges of the wontons are nice and brown. Remove from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each taco cup.
  • Remove the taco cups from the muffin tins to a serving platter, otherwise, they will become soggy on the bottom.
  • Top with a dollop of sour cream, jalapeño slice and quartered cherry tomato (optional). Serve with additional guacamole and salsa on the side, per your preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 Mini Taco Cups
  • Calories: 241
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 712 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 16 g
  • Cholesterol: 48 mg

Keywords: mini taco appetizers, mini taco cups, make ahead taco cups, taco appetizer recipe

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Filed Under: Appetizers, Snacks

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Karly says

    September 19, 2018 at 12:18 pm

    Baby taco! Love these! They are so cute.

    Reply
    • Kristy Murray says

      September 19, 2018 at 1:51 pm

      Thanks so much Karly! I love that you just called them “baby tacos.”

      Reply
  2. Sharla Worley says

    January 12, 2020 at 12:51 am

    Kristy I have made these Mini Taco Won Tons several times and they are absolutely a HIT everywhere I take them! There have never been any leftovers! Thank you for your awesome recipes and tips along the way!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Kristy Murray says

      January 13, 2020 at 12:14 pm

      Thanks soooo much Sharla. I’m so happy to hear that these little appetizers have been a hit for you. I appreciate your comments and that you have tried the recipe a few times. It’s nice to have feedback!!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Welcome to Linger

This blog was born from a conviction that food isn’t just about eating, but about inspiring and cultivating relationships. I hope it encourages you to slow down and live life to the fullest with family and friends around your table. Read More…

I’m Looking For …

Receive Recipes to Transform Your Table

Featured Recipes

Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe

A white serving bowl of candied rainbow carrots with a orange and white napkin, parsley and a half squeezed half orange next to the bowl.

Oven Baked Cod with Blistered Tomatoes

A white dish with baked cod and cherry tomatoes over black rice with a lemon wedge. The baking pan of cod and a bowl of black rice sit next to the dish.

Easy Chicken Panang Curry Recipe

A gray dish with chicken panang curry and chopstick resting on the sauce. A bowl of brown rice sits next to it with some rice & kaffir leaves scattered around.

Yellow Curry Recipe with Chicken

A black bowl full of yellow curry chicken and white rice that sits on a round wooden board. Chop sticks, wedges of fresh lime and red peppers garnish the dish. A striped napkin sits next to it.

Mahomies Mimosa

Three tequila sunrise mimosa cocktails with cocktail pics of cherries and orange slices sitting on a wooden board.

Follow Linger on Social Media

  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Instagram

Find Linger on Yummly

Yum

Footer

Wecome to Linger

This blog was born from a conviction that food isn’t just about eating, but about inspiring and cultivating relationships. I hope it encourages you to slow down and live life to the fullest with family and friends around your table.

Receive Recipes to Transform Your Table

Copyright© 2023 Linger

  • 819