Taco Ring is made with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Add your favorite taco toppings in the center for an easy dinner or party appetizer everyone can pull apart and enjoy.
I’ve been making taco rings for years because they’re such a fun change from regular tacos. I especially like putting all the toppings in the center so everyone can grab a piece and add exactly what they want.
Why I Love This Recipe
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Ground Beef: I like using lean ground beef for less grease. Ground turkey can also be used.
- Taco Seasoning: Store-bought works great, or use my Homemade Taco Seasoning.
- Cheddar Cheese: Melts into the seasoned beef filling. Pepper Jack is a good option if you want a little heat.
- Crescent Roll Dough: You’ll need two 8-count tubes to create the full ring around the filling.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How To Make A Taco Ring
Step 1: Cook the ground beef until browned, drain any excess grease, then stir in the taco seasoning.
Step 2: Arrange the crescent roll triangles in a circle on a baking sheet, overlapping the wide ends in the center.
Step 3: Spoon the taco meat around the wide part of the crescent dough and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Step 4: Fold the pointed ends of the dough over the filling and tuck them underneath to form the ring.
Step 5: Bake until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6: Add your favorite taco toppings to the center and serve warm. 🌮💙
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Drain the beef well: Too much grease can make the crescent dough soggy.
- Overlap the dough: Slightly overlap the wide ends of the crescent triangles so the filling stays inside.
- Don’t overfill: Spread the taco meat evenly around the ring so it’s easy to fold and bake.
- Tuck the ends underneath: This helps the Taco Ring hold its shape while baking.
- Watch the dough: Bake until the crescent rolls are golden brown and fully cooked in the center.
- Add toppings after baking: Fill the center with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, or your favorite taco toppings. 🌮💙
FAQs About Taco Ring
Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?
Yes. Ground turkey works well. Cook it completely, then add the taco seasoning just as you would with ground beef.
Can I use a different cheese?
Absolutely. Cheddar works great, but Mexican blend, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack are all good options.
Can I make Taco Ring ahead of time?
You can cook the taco meat ahead of time and refrigerate it. I’d wait to assemble the ring until you’re ready to bake so the crescent dough doesn’t get soggy.
How do I store leftover Taco Ring?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
How do I reheat Taco Ring?
The oven or air fryer works best for reheating because it helps the crescent dough become crisp again.
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Taco Ring
Taco Ring is filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 crescent roll dough tubes
- 2 tablespoons taco seasonings
- 8 oz cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink and crumbled.
- Drain Grease and add taco seasonings and 1/4 of water.
- Saute for 1 minute and set aside.
- On a large baking sheet, arrange crescents dough in a circle with the large part of the triangle towards the middle of the circle.
- Arrange all crescents to overlap until you have a circle formed. Until all the triangles are in a ring with the short sides facing out.
- Next, add a layer of cheese to the bottom of the dough.
- Add Ground Beef Mixture to the top of the cheese.
- Fold the crescent dough over the top of the ground beef mixture.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Drain the ground beef well before assembling to keep the crescent dough from becoming soggy. Slightly overlap the dough and tuck the pointed ends underneath the ring to help it hold its shape while baking.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
2 slicesAmount Per Serving: Calories: 429Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 403mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 23g
