Crispy on the outside, melty on the inside — this homemade Crunchwrap Supreme delivers all the Taco Bell vibes with fresher ingredients and customizable flavors 😍
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 4)
Protein Layer
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1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground chicken/turkey
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1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
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½ cup water
Crunch Layer
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4 small tostada shells or crunchy taco shells
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½ cup nacho cheese sauce (or shredded cheddar + splash of milk)
Fresh Layer
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1 cup diced tomatoes
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½ cup sour cream
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2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional but authentic)
Wrap Base
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4 large burrito-size flour tortillas
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4 small soft tortillas (for sealing gaps)
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1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
For Cooking
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1–2 tbsp oil or butter
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Meat
Brown meat in a skillet. Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thick. Set aside.
2️⃣ Warm Tortillas
Heat tortillas briefly so they’re flexible.
3️⃣ Assemble Layers (Center of Large Tortilla):
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Spoon seasoned meat
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Add shredded cheese
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Place tostada shell on top
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Spread nacho cheese on tostada
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Add sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes
4️⃣ Seal the Wrap
Place a small tortilla over filling. Fold edges of large tortilla inward to create a hexagon shape.
5️⃣ Toast the Crunchwrap
Heat skillet with oil. Cook seam-side down 2–3 minutes until golden. Flip and toast other side.
6️⃣ Serve Hot!
Slice in half and enjoy the crunch 🌮✨
⭐ Pro Tips
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Use parchment while folding to keep shape.
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Press lightly with spatula for even browning.
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Add jalapeños, hot sauce, or avocado for upgrades.
🔁 Variations
🥬 Vegetarian: Black beans + seasoned rice
🍗 Chicken Ranch: Chicken, ranch drizzle, Monterey Jack
🔥 Spicy: Add chipotle sauce or crushed Flamin’ Hot chips
🥑 Low-Carb: Use low-carb tortillas + cheese crisp instead of tostada
🧠 Nutrition (Approx. per Crunchwrap)
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Calories: ~480
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Protein: ~28g
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Carbs: ~40g
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Fat: ~24g
(Values vary by ingredients)
❓FAQ
Q: Can I bake instead of pan-fry?
Yes! Brush with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Q: Can I meal prep these?
Absolutely — assemble, wrap in foil, refrigerate up to 3 days. Toast when ready.
Q: Can I air-fry?
Yes! 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes, flipping once.