Cheesy Taco Sticks 

Cheesy Taco Sticks are a delicious fusion of taco flavors and cheesy goodness, all wrapped in a crispy, golden breadstick. This inventive twist on traditional tacos combines seasoned ground beef with a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, encased in soft pizza dough. Perfect for game nights, parties, or a fun family dinner, these cheesy sticks are sure to be a hit. Serve them with your favorite dips like salsa and sour cream for an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
  
  

• ½ pound ground beef
  
  

• 1 packet taco seasoning
  
  

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  
  

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  
  

• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• Salsa and sour cream for dipping
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   
   

2. Prepare Filling: In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
   
   

3. Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle.
   
   

4. Assemble Sticks: Spread the cooked taco meat evenly over one half of the dough. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top of the meat.
   
   

5. Form Sticks: Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal. Cut the stuffed dough into strips about 1 inch wide. Twist each strip and place on the prepared baking sheet.
   
   

6. Bake: Brush the tops of the twisted sticks with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
   
   

7. Serve: Allow the sticks to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with salsa and sour cream for dipping.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 320 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 30 g
  
  

• Protein: 20 g
  
  

• Fat: 16 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 7 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 45 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 600 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 200 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 2 g
  
  

• Sugar: 2 g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 150 IU
  
  

• Calcium: 150 mg
  
  

• Iron: 2 m