Name: Bundt Pan Nachos: Easy Party Appetizer with a Twist Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: ½ pound lean ground beef; ½ cup diced yellow onion; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ cup water; 2 tablespoons taco seasoning; 8 ounces Colby jack cheese, shredded; 12 ounces bag of tortilla chips (Tostitos brand – use about ⅔ of the bag); Sour cream; Diced tomatoes; Chopped fresh cilantro

Introduction

Bundt Pan Nachos offer a fun and unique twist on classic nachos, perfect for parties and gatherings. This layered appetizer combines seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy tortilla chips baked to gooey perfection in a bundt pan.

A white plate holds a large ring-shaped pile of loaded nachos with three visible layers: the bottom layer is golden, crispy chips; the middle layer is covered with melted orange cheddar cheese and seasoned ground beef; the top layer is decorated with dollops of white sour cream, bright red diced tomatoes, and small green cilantro leaves sprinkled all over. The texture looks rich with melted cheese stretching slightly over the sides of the chips, and some pieces of beef peeking through. The background surface is white marbled. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ pound lean ground beef
½ cup diced yellow onion
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
8 ounces Colby jack cheese, shredded
12 ounces tortilla chips (Tostitos brand, about ⅔ of the bag)
Optional garnish: sour cream, diced tomatoes, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Lightly spray a 12-cup bundt pan with cooking spray and set it aside.
Step 2: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, salt, and pepper for 6 to 7 minutes until the beef is browned and no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.
Step 3: Return the skillet to medium heat. Stir in the water and taco seasoning, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until most of the liquid evaporates. Remove from heat.
Step 4: Layer half of the shredded cheese evenly into the bottom of the prepared bundt pan. Add half of the cooked beef mixture over the cheese, then sprinkle about one-third of the tortilla chips on top without pressing them down.
Step 5: Add the remaining cheese, the rest of the beef mixture, and another one-third of the tortilla chips, spreading evenly. Avoid overfilling the pan.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7: Carefully remove the bundt pan from the oven. Place a large heatproof plate over the pan and invert it to transfer the nachos onto the plate. Gently lift off the pan and replace any cheese that may have stuck to it.
Step 8: Garnish with sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use your favorite cheese blend or add jalapeños for extra heat.
Try substituting ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
For a vegetarian version, replace the meat with seasoned black beans or sautéed vegetables.
Don’t press the chips down between layers to keep them crispy after baking.

Storage

Store leftover nachos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore crispness. Avoid microwaving as this can make the chips soggy.

How to Serve

A round, layered nacho ring sits on a white plate over a white marbled surface, showing several layers starting with crispy golden tortilla chips at the bottom, topped with seasoned ground beef and melted yellow and white cheese that drips over the sides. On top of the cheese layer, dollops of white sour cream are evenly spaced around the ring, each crowned with small diced red tomatoes and bright green chopped cilantro scattered generously. The center is hollow, revealing the thickness of the stacked layers, creating a festive and colorful look. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the layers in the bundt pan, cover it, and refrigerate for a few hours before baking. Just add extra baking time if baking from cold.

What if I don’t have a bundt pan?

You can use a similarly sized oven-safe dish or a deep pie plate. The unique ring shape of the bundt pan helps create an interesting presentation but is not essential.

Bundt Pan Nachos: Easy Party Appetizer with a Twist Recipe

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This Bundt Pan Nachos recipe offers a fun and easy twist on traditional nachos, perfect for parties and gatherings. Layers of seasoned ground beef, melted Colby jack cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips are baked in a bundt pan, creating a beautifully stacked and shareable appetizer. Garnished with sour cream, diced tomatoes, and fresh cilantro, these nachos combine classic Tex-Mex flavors with a creative presentation.

Author: Isabella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

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Meat Mixture

½ pound lean ground beef
½ cup diced yellow onion
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Cheese

8 ounces Colby jack cheese, shredded

Chips

12 ounces bag of tortilla chips (Tostitos brand – use about ⅔ of the bag)

Optional Garnishes

Sour cream
Diced tomatoes
Chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Spray a 12-cup capacity bundt pan generously with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
Cook Ground Beef and Onions: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with the diced yellow onion, salt, and black pepper for 6 to 7 minutes until the beef is fully browned and there is no pink remaining. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Season the Meat: Return the skillet to medium heat and stir in ¼ cup of water along with 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing most of the liquid to evaporate. Remove the skillet from heat once done.
Layer Cheese and Beef: Into the prepared bundt pan, layer half of the shredded Colby jack cheese at the bottom, followed by half of the cooked beef mixture. Then add about one-third of the tortilla chips on top. Avoid packing the chips down to keep them crispy.
Add Remaining Layers: Layer the remaining shredded cheese over the first chip layer, then add the rest of the ground beef mixture, and top with another one-third of the tortilla chips. Make sure not to overfill the pan to create even layers.
Bake the Nachos: Place the bundt pan in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the layers to meld together.
Invert and Serve: Remove the bundt pan from the oven and carefully place a large, heatproof plate on top of the pan. Invert the pan so that the nachos transfer onto the plate, then carefully remove the bundt pan. Replace any cheese that may have stuck to the pan back onto the nachos.
Garnish: Top the nachos with your choice of optional garnishes such as sour cream, diced tomatoes, and chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Be sure to spray the bundt pan thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent the nachos from sticking when inverted.
You can customize the toppings by adding jalapeños, black olives, or avocado slices for added flavor.
Use sturdy tortilla chips that can hold up to layering and baking without becoming soggy.
This recipe serves well as a party appetizer and can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
Let the nachos cool slightly before inverting to avoid burns or the nachos falling apart.

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