Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza disappeared in 2020 because the hexagonal cardboard packaging cost more than the actual food inside.
Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas
Get ready to indulge in these irresistible Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas that bring the fiesta right to your kitchen! With crispy tortillas layered with zesty refried beans, seasoned beef, and a melty blend of cheese, you’ll whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun night in, these pizzas are bursting with flavor and sure to satisfy your cravings!
Prep
15
min
Cook
10
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 6🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 1 diced onion
- 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 lb ground beef (454 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- cheese
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- refried beans
- diced tomatoes
- 12 taco-sized flour tortillas
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
📦Other(2)
- red enchilada sauce
- sliced green onions
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Brown a pound of ground beef with a diced onion, then drain off the excess grease.
- 2
Add in a packet of your favorite taco seasoning and a quarter cup of water. Give that a good mix and then let it simmer.
- 3
In another pan, heat up some oil and fry 12 taco-sized flour tortillas until nice and crispy.
- 4
To assemble them, spread some refried beans on one of the tortillas, then go in with a spoonful of the taco meat, a sprinkle of cheese, and another tortilla.
- 5
Top that with three or four spoonfuls of some red enchilada sauce and then a good helping of cheese goes on top of that.
- 6
Repeat this until you have six pizzas.
- 7
Put them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake them at 400 for 8 to 10 minutes.
- 8
Top them with some diced tomatoes and sliced green onions.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Fry tortillas at 350°F for 45-60 seconds per side until they reach a golden color and sound hollow when tapped - this creates the signature crispy base that won't get soggy under toppings.technique350°F, 45-60 seconds
- ✓Drain ground beef thoroughly and let it rest 2-3 minutes before adding seasoning because excess moisture will dilute the spices and create steam that prevents proper browning.timing2-3 minutes
- ✓Warm refried beans to 140°F before spreading to create a smooth, even layer that acts as a moisture barrier between the tortilla and wet toppings.ingredient140°F
- ✓Use a combination of 70% Mexican cheese blend and 30% sharp cheddar for optimal melting and flavor - the cheddar's lower moisture content prevents excessive oil separation at 400°F.ingredient70/30 ratio
- ✓Place assembled pizzas on a preheated baking sheet to ensure the bottom tortilla stays crispy by creating immediate contact heat transfer at 400°F.equipment400°F
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Prep
15
min
Cook
10
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
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Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza disappeared in 2020 because the hexagonal cardboard packaging cost more than the actual food inside.
Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas
Get ready to indulge in these irresistible Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas that bring the fiesta right to your kitchen! With crispy tortillas layered with zesty refried beans, seasoned beef, and a melty blend of cheese, you’ll whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun night in, these pizzas are bursting with flavor and sure to satisfy your cravings!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 6🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 1 diced onion
- 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 lb ground beef (454 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- cheese
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- refried beans
- diced tomatoes
- 12 taco-sized flour tortillas
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
📦Other(2)
- red enchilada sauce
- sliced green onions
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Brown a pound of ground beef with a diced onion, then drain off the excess grease.
- 2
Add in a packet of your favorite taco seasoning and a quarter cup of water. Give that a good mix and then let it simmer.
- 3
In another pan, heat up some oil and fry 12 taco-sized flour tortillas until nice and crispy.
- 4
To assemble them, spread some refried beans on one of the tortillas, then go in with a spoonful of the taco meat, a sprinkle of cheese, and another tortilla.
- 5
Top that with three or four spoonfuls of some red enchilada sauce and then a good helping of cheese goes on top of that.
- 6
Repeat this until you have six pizzas.
- 7
Put them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake them at 400 for 8 to 10 minutes.
- 8
Top them with some diced tomatoes and sliced green onions.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Fry tortillas at 350°F for 45-60 seconds per side until they reach a golden color and sound hollow when tapped - this creates the signature crispy base that won't get soggy under toppings.technique350°F, 45-60 seconds
- ✓Drain ground beef thoroughly and let it rest 2-3 minutes before adding seasoning because excess moisture will dilute the spices and create steam that prevents proper browning.timing2-3 minutes
- ✓Warm refried beans to 140°F before spreading to create a smooth, even layer that acts as a moisture barrier between the tortilla and wet toppings.ingredient140°F
- ✓Use a combination of 70% Mexican cheese blend and 30% sharp cheddar for optimal melting and flavor - the cheddar's lower moisture content prevents excessive oil separation at 400°F.ingredient70/30 ratio
- ✓Place assembled pizzas on a preheated baking sheet to ensure the bottom tortilla stays crispy by creating immediate contact heat transfer at 400°F.equipment400°F