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Copycat Crunchwrap Supreme
Ingredients
- 1 lblean ground beef
- 3 tbsptaco seasoning
- 2 tbspwater
- 5 largeflour tortillas
- ⅓ cstore-bought nacho cheese or queso
- 4tostada shells or 1 cup tortilla chips
- ⅓ csour cream
- 1 ½ cshredded iceberg lettuce
- ½ cchopped tomatoes
- 1 cshredded cheddar or monterey jack cheese
- 4 tspvegetable oil
- hot sauce
for serving
Directions
- 1
Cook the beef: Set a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add the ground beef and use a spatula to break it up as it browns. You don’t need to add any oil. Once it is cooked through and no longer pink, scoot all the meat to one side. Hold onto the handle to tilt the skillet and use a large spoon to scoop out and discard as much fat as you’d like. Then, add the taco seasoning and water and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Turn the burner off and set the skillet aside.
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- 2
Quarter a tortilla: Cut 1 tortilla into 4 equal pieces by halving it into halfmoons and then halving each half. Set them aside.
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- 3
Assemble the Crunchwrap Supreme: You will build one Crunchwrap Supreme at a time. Lay 1 whole tortilla on a cutting board or clean work surface. Spoon about a quarter of the nacho cheese into the center of the tortilla. Spread it out to approximately the size of your tostada. Spread about a quarter of the seasoned beef on top of the nacho cheese and top it with the tostada. If you’re using tortilla chips, layer about a quarter of them on top of the beef. Then sprinkle on a quarter each of the sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Finally, place one of the cut tortilla on top.
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- 4
Wrap the Crunchwrap Supreme: Fold the bottom tortilla—start with the part closest to you—up towards the center of the layered filling. Using both hands, spin the Crunchwrap Supreme clockwise and do another fold. Repeat until the bottom tortilla is fully folded up and covering the top tortilla—I get about 6 folds. The filling is now fully covered by the folded tortilla. Use both hands to carefully flip the Crunchwrap Supreme so the folded seams face down.
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- 5
Griddle the Crunchwrap Supreme: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add a teaspoon of vegetable oil and the Crunchwrap Supreme, seam side-down. Use a spatula to gently press it down to help seal the seams. Cook for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Carefully flip it and cook the other side until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Assemble and cook the remaining 3 wraps following steps 3 to 5.
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- 6
Serve: Transfer the Crunchwrap Supremes onto a cutting board and cut in half. Serve warm with hot sauce on the side, if desired. Did you love the recipe? Leave us stars below!
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About this Recipe
Craving that iconic Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme experience without leaving your kitchen? This easy copycat recipe brings all the delicious layers and signature crunch right to your dining table, proving to be arguably better than the drive-thru version.
This recipe is incredibly simple to assemble, letting you control the freshness and quality of every ingredient. You'll get that perfect balance of savory, seasoned ground beef, warm nacho cheese or queso, a satisfyingly crisp tostada, cool sour cream, crisp lettuce, and fresh tomatoes, all neatly wrapped in a golden-brown tortilla. It's designed to deliver maximum flavor and texture with minimal fuss.
Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, crispy tortilla shell, giving way to a savory, seasoned ground beef filling that's rich with classic taco flavors. Next, you encounter the creamy, tangy goodness of a warm nacho cheese or queso and cool sour cream, contrasted beautifully by the satisfying crunch of a tostada or a layer of tortilla chips. Fresh, crisp iceberg lettuce and juicy chopped tomatoes add a vibrant, refreshing element, making each bite a symphony of delightful textures and familiar, comforting flavors. This homemade Copycat Crunchwrap Supreme delivers a hearty, flavorful entree that's both incredibly fun to assemble and deeply satisfying, reminiscent of your favorite drive-thru indulgence but with an undeniable homemade quality.
Customization & Variations
While seasoned ground beef is a staple, feel free to swap it for seasoned ground turkey or even a plant-based meat alternative if you prefer a vegetarian or lighter option. For the crucial crunch layer, if tostada shells aren't readily available, a generous handful of tortilla chips works wonderfully to achieve that signature texture. You can also experiment with different shredded cheeses, perhaps a spicier Pepper Jack for extra heat, or use a pre-made Mexican blend for convenience. Don't forget to customize your heat level with various hot sauces at the table.
This Copycat Crunchwrap Supreme is perfect for a fun lunch, a casual weeknight dinner, or even a game day feast. Serve it alongside your favorite hot sauce for an extra burst of flavor.