Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Recipe
The Taco Bell Mexican Pizza has a cult following — two crispy tortillas layered with seasoned beef and refried beans, topped with sauce, melty cheese, and tomatoes. When it left the menu, fans revolted. The good news: this copycat is easy, customizable, and honestly better than the drive-thru version.
Why You’ll Love This Mexican Pizza
- Crispy and loaded — that signature crunch-and-melt combo.
- Better than the original — fresher, with as much cheese as you want.
- Customizable — add jalapeños, swap the protein, make it veggie.
- Fun to make — a hands-on, crowd-pleasing dinner.
The Ingredients That Matter
- Crispy tortillas — fry or bake them until firm so the pizza holds its shape.
- Seasoned beef + refried beans — the hearty filling layer.
- Enchilada sauce — the tangy red topping that makes it a “pizza.”
- Mexican cheese blend + tomatoes — melty, fresh finish.
How to Make It
Brown and season the beef, crisp the tortillas, then layer beans, beef, a second tortilla, sauce, and cheese. Bake until melty and top with tomato. Full steps are in the recipe card below.
Pro Tips
- Crisp the tortillas well — this is the key so the pizza doesn’t go soggy.
- Don’t overload the filling — a thin even layer holds together best.
- Broil the last minute for extra-bubbly cheese.
Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Brown the beef, drain, and stir in the taco seasoning. Lightly fry or bake the tortillas until crisp.
- Spread refried beans on one tortilla, add beef, then top with a second crisp tortilla.
- Spread enchilada sauce on top, sprinkle with cheese, and bake at 400F for 5-7 minutes until melted.
- Top with diced tomato and serve.
Notes
Make It a Spread
Serve alongside a Copycat Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme for the ultimate at-home Taco Bell night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes — double the refried beans or use plant-based crumbles in place of beef.
How do I keep it from getting soggy?
Crisp the tortillas thoroughly and add the tomato fresh after baking, not before.
What sauce does Taco Bell use on top?
A mild red sauce — enchilada sauce is the closest easy substitute and tastes spot-on.
More Copycat Taco Bell
Don’t miss the Crunchwrap Supreme.
