This Taco Ring Crescent Roll recipe makes the best finger food for appetizers and easy snacks and party snacks!
If you’re a fan of tacos and crescent rolls (who isn’t?!), then buckle up because this Taco Ring Crescent Roll recipe is about to blow your taste buds away. It's the perfect combination of flavors wrapped up in golden, flaky crescent rolls.
Bonus points? It’s super easy to make and looks downright impressive when you serve it up! Whether you're entertaining friends or planning a family dinner, this crescent taco bake is always a hit.
Why You'll Love This Taco Ring
- Easy to Make: No culinary degree required!
- Crowd Pleaser: Everyone loves tacos, and when you add crescent rolls? Chef’s kiss!
- Customizable: You can top it with your favorite taco fixings like shredded lettuce, chopped tomato, sour cream, and salsa.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for casual dinners, potlucks, game nights, or even Taco Tuesday with a twist.
All right, ready to roll? (Pun totally intended.)
Why Taco Lovers Need This Dish
Tacos are great, but this ground beef crescent roll recipe takes things to a whole new level. The flaky crescent dough adds a buttery crunch to every bite, while the seasoned beef and gooey cheese deliver that classic taco flavor we all adore. Plus, the toppings make it a customizable masterpiece, making it perfect for picky eaters and adventurous foodies alike.
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Ingredients You Need
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this fantastic crescent taco ring:
- 1 lb ground beef (hello, taco flavor base!)
- 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or taco cheese
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls
- Shredded lettuce (for topping)
- Chopped tomato (for topping)
- Sour cream (for dipping or spreading)
- Salsa (because what’s a taco without salsa?!)
Now that you’ve got your ingredients ready, it’s time to turn on that oven.
How to Make a Taco Ring Crescent Roll
This taco ring recipe is as fun to make as it is to eat! Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have the perfect dish in no time.
Step 1: Prep the Beef
Grab a large skillet and heat it over medium heat. Add your ground beef and cook, stirring frequently and breaking it apart until it’s beautifully browned. Once done, drain any grease and return the beef to your skillet.
- Add the taco seasoning and water to the beef. Stir it all together over medium heat until it’s hot, bubbly, and most of the liquid has reduced (about 3 minutes).
- Remove from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Once the ground beef is seasoned, add the shredded cheese!
Step 2: Preheat & Prep the Crescent Roll Ring
Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Now comes the fun part—laying out your crescent rolls into a star-shaped ring!
- Picture a clock. Place triangles of dough at 12, 3, 6, and 9 o’clock.
- Add another triangle between each of these four, and then a final set between those for a full star.
- Gently press the crescent triangles together at the base to form your crescent ring. Don’t worry—it may look a little uneven, but it will bake beautifully!
Step 3: Add the Filling
Once the beef mixture has cooled, stir in the shredded cheese (because cheesy tacos = happiness, right?). Spoon the beef and cheese mixture evenly onto the wide edge of your crescent roll star.
Carefully wrap the pointy ends of the crescent rolls over your filling and tuck them under the ring. It’s okay if a little filling peeks through—that just makes it look more delicious!
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Pop the taco ring into your preheated oven and bake for 20–22 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and absolutely irresistible. Once baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Here’s where the magic happens. Fill the center of your taco ring with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, and a generous dollop (or bowl!) of salsa. Slice it up and watch everyone fight over the last piece!
Pro Tips for the Best Taco Ring
- Switch Up the Cheese: Try pepper jack or a Mexican cheese blend for extra flavor.
- Spice It Up: Add some diced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce to your beef mixture if you like it spicy.
- Make It Vegetarian: Swap the ground beef with a plant-based alternative or seasoned black beans.
- Storage: If you somehow have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to keep the crescent rolls crispy.
Let’s Make Your Taco Night Legendary!
What are you waiting for? Grab those crescent rolls and start baking this flavorful crescent taco ring. Whether it’s for dinner, a party, or game night, this recipe is sure to steal the spotlight (and a spot in your go-to recipes).
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Taco Ring Crescent Roll
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 package 1 oz, taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or taco cheese
- 2 cans 8 oz each, refrigerated crescent rolls
- shredded lettuce
- chopped tomato
- sour cream
- salsa
Instructions
- Add beef to a large skillet and heat over medium heat, stirring frequently and breaking apart beef until browned. Drain grease and return to the pan. Add taco seasoning and water and continue to cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until hot, bubbly and the majority of the liquid is reduced, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand to cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 375 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay out your triangles for the taco ring. The hole in the center should be about 4-5" in diameter. The easiest way to lay our your crescent roll triangles is like a clock. Begin by placing rolls at 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock. Add a second set of crescent rolls in between each of the other crescent rolls, and finally, add another set of crescent rolls between each roll on the baking sheet,. Gently press the rolls together to form the star shape ring.
- Now. that the beef is cooler, stir in the cheese until combined well. Spoon beef onto the crescent ring and carefully tuck the ends around and under the inside of the ring. Some of the beef mixture may be showing and that's fine.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let stand for five minutes before adding shredded lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream and salsa into the center and serving.
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