Cheesy Nacho Cups For Game Day (Printable Version)
Crispy tortilla cups loaded with melted cheese, beans, and fresh toppings for easy sharing.
# What You Need:
→ Base & Cheese
01 - 12 round tortilla chips (scoop-style)
02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Toppings
04 - 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
05 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
06 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
07 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
→ Garnishes
10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
11 - Salsa or guacamole for serving
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Arrange tortilla chips in a mini muffin tin, forming cup shapes with one chip per cup.
03 - Sprinkle both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly into each chip cup.
04 - Add black beans, cherry tomatoes, olives, jalapeño slices if using, and red onion on top of the cheese in each cup.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Remove from oven and cool for a couple of minutes before handling.
07 - Top each cup with a small dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
08 - Serve warm with salsa or guacamole on the side if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Individual portions mean everyone gets their own perfect bite without fighting over the last one
- Ready in 25 minutes from start to finish with ingredients you probably already have
02 -
- Dont skip the cooling time even if everyone is hovering, otherwise the cheese will slide right off the chips
- Make sure your tortilla chips are sturdy enough to hold everything without breaking under the weight
03 -
- Use tongs to transfer hot cups from the tin to your serving platter without burning your fingers
- Line your baking sheet with foil for easier cleanup if any cheese escapes