Get ready to satisfy your fast-food cravings without leaving your kitchen! Our copycat Taco Bell Bean Burritos recipe is about to become your new favorite quick meal. Imagine recreating that iconic, mouth-watering burrito with fresh ingredients and zero drive-thru lines. Whether you're a college student, busy parent, or just a Mexican food enthusiast, these homemade burritos will transport your taste buds straight to flavor town - and the best part? You control exactly what goes inside!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can refried beans
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 can of refried beans, 4 large flour tortillas, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of diced onions, 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup of sour cream, and 1/4 cup of sliced jalapeños (if you like a bit of heat).
- Open the can of refried beans and place them in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally to ensure they heat evenly. This should take about 5 minutes.
- While the beans are heating, prepare your tortillas. You can warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or microwave them for about 15 seconds to make them more pliable.
- Once the beans are heated through, take a tortilla and place it on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the heated refried beans onto the center of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle approximately 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese over the beans, followed by a tablespoon of diced onions and a tablespoon of diced tomatoes.
- If you’re using jalapeños, add a few slices on top for an extra kick. You can adjust the amount based on your heat preference.
- Next, add a dollop of sour cream on top of the filling.
- To wrap the burrito, fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it from the bottom up, tucking the filling in as you go to create a tight burrito.
- Repeat the process for the remaining tortillas and filling until all the ingredients are used up.
- If desired, you can place the wrapped burritos seam-side down in the skillet used earlier to give them a slight crisp on the outside. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Once done, remove the burritos from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before slicing in half.
- Serve your delicious Taco Bell Bean Burritos with additional sour cream, diced tomatoes, or jalapeños on the side for dipping.
Tips
- Use fresh, soft flour tortillas for the most authentic texture
- Heat beans slowly to prevent burning and maintain creamy consistency
- Warm tortillas briefly to make them more flexible and prevent cracking
- Don't overfill your burritos - this makes them difficult to roll
- For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or sprinkle of cumin to your beans
- If you want a crispy exterior, lightly toast the burrito in a skillet after rolling
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Monterey Jack or pepper jack
- Prep ingredients in advance for an even quicker assembly process
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
