How to Make Crispy Cheese Taco Shells
These crispy cheese taco shells are a game-changer! Made with just shredded cheese, they add a crunchy, flavorful twist to your taco night.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, colby jack, or a Mexican blend)
Instructions
Cooking How to Make Crispy Cheese Taco Shells: The Process
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). A hot oven is crucial for achieving that crispy texture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to make it easy to peel off the cheese shells once baked.
- Form small mounds of shredded cheese (about 2 tablespoons each) on the parchment paper, spacing them a few inches apart. Flatten slightly to form circles.
- Bake the cheese mounds in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Remove the baking sheet and let the cheese cool for about 1 minute. While warm, gently lift with a spatula and drape over a rolling pin or small bowl to shape into taco shells. Let cool completely.
- Once cool and firm, fill the cheese taco shells with your favorite taco ingredients and enjoy.
Equipment
- Oven or Microwave
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Spatula
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent cheese from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Allow shells to cool completely before handling to avoid breaking.
- Make cheese mounds equal in size for even cooking.
- Try different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor.
- Reheat shells in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.