Taco Pizza Appetizer Fusion (Print-Friendly Version)

Experience cheesy taco flavors with crisp crust, seasoned meat, and fresh toppings in every bite.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Crust

01 - 226 g refrigerated crescent roll dough

→ Creamy Base

02 - 113 g cream cheese, softened
03 - 113 g sour cream

→ Taco Meat

04 - 454 g ground beef or ground turkey
05 - 1 packet (approx. 30 g) taco seasoning

→ Toppings

06 - 60 g diced tomatoes
07 - 60 g shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 60 g shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 60 g shredded lettuce

→ Optional Toppings

10 - Sliced jalapeños
11 - Sliced chilies

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat the oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat with non-stick spray. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing seams together to form a uniform base. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
02 - In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until completely smooth. Spread the mixture evenly over the cooled crust. Refrigerate the crust while proceeding to the next step.
03 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until fully browned, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain excess fat. Add the taco seasoning according to packet instructions and stir to coat evenly. Cook until the seasoning is fully absorbed and meat is heated through. Set aside to cool slightly.
04 - Remove the prepared crust from the refrigerator. Spread the seasoned taco meat evenly over the creamy base. Top with shredded cheddar, mozzarella, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce. Add optional toppings such as sliced jalapeños or chilies if desired.
05 - Cut the appetizer into eight pieces and serve immediately while the crust is crisp and toppings are fresh.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For a gluten-free alternative, substitute the crescent roll base with gluten-free pizza dough or tortillas.
02 - For a vegetarian version, use black beans, lentils, or plant-based ground protein instead of meat.
03 - Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend for varied flavor.
04 - Consider additional toppings such as avocado slices, fresh cilantro, olives, or a drizzle of salsa.

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