Crispy Bacon Cheeseburger Taquitos
These Crispy Bacon Cheeseburger Taquitos combine everything you love about a classic bacon cheeseburger in a crunchy, golden tortilla. Filled with savory ground beef, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheese, they're baked until perfectly crisp and served with an easy homemade burger dipping sauce. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or a fun Friday night!
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 recommended)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
- 1/4 cup finely diced yellow onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 12 small flour tortillas (approximately 6-inch)
- 2 tbsp salted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp finely chopped dill pickles
- 1 tsp dill pickle juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
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Cook Beef & Onions → Add Cheeseburger Flavor → Mix in Bacon & Cheese → Fill & Roll Tortillas → Bake Until Crispy → Dip & Enjoy!
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Preheat the OvenPreheat your oven to 425°F.
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
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Cook the Ground Beef and OnionsHeat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and finely diced onion.
Cook for approximately 7–9 minutes, breaking the beef into small crumbles, until the beef is fully browned and the onions are softened.
Drain any excess grease.
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Add the Cheeseburger SeasoningsReduce the heat to low.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and yellow mustard.
Cook for another 1–2 minutes, stirring until the beef is evenly coated.
Remove the skillet from the heat.
Allow the mixture to cool for approximately 5 minutes.
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Add the Bacon and CheeseStir the chopped crispy bacon into the seasoned beef mixture.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
Mix until evenly distributed. The cheese may begin to soften from the warmth of the beef, which is fine.
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Fill and Roll the TaquitosWarm the tortillas for approximately 15–20 seconds in the microwave, covered with a slightly damp paper towel, to make them easier to roll.
Place approximately 2–3 tablespoons of the beef filling near one edge of each tortilla.
Roll tightly into a taquito.
Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
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Brush with ButterLightly brush the tops and sides of each taquito with melted salted butter.
This helps create a golden, crispy exterior.
Arrange the taquitos with a little space between them so they crisp evenly.
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Bake Until CrispyBake at 425°F for approximately 12–16 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
Check around the 10-minute mark, since smaller tortillas may brown quickly.
For extra crispiness, carefully turn the taquitos during the last few minutes of baking.
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Prepare the Cheeseburger Dipping SauceWhile the taquitos bake, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
Stir until smooth and creamy.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Serve and EnjoyRemove the taquitos from the oven and allow them to cool for approximately 2–3 minutes.
Serve warm with the homemade cheeseburger dipping sauce.
Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
NoteTips for the Best Crispy Bacon Cheeseburger Taquitos
Use lean ground beef. I recommend 90/10 ground beef to keep the filling flavorful without making the tortillas greasy. Drain any excess fat before adding the seasonings.
Cook the bacon until crispy. Crispy bacon adds texture and smoky flavor. Soft bacon can get lost in the filling.
Don't overfill the tortillas. About 2–3 tablespoons of filling per tortilla is ideal. Overfilling makes them difficult to roll and can cause the filling to spill out during baking.
Warm the tortillas first. A few seconds in the microwave makes flour tortillas more flexible and helps prevent tearing.
Use freshly shredded cheese. Sharp cheddar gives the taquitos a classic cheeseburger flavor, while Monterey Jack helps create a creamy, melty filling.
Keep the pickles in the sauce. Adding pickles to the dipping sauce instead of the filling helps prevent excess moisture from making the tortillas soggy.
Make them in the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Arrange the taquitos seam-side down in a single layer, brush lightly with melted butter, and air fry for approximately 7–10 minutes, checking frequently, until golden and crispy. Cook in batches if necessary.
Make ahead. Prepare the beef filling up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate it in an airtight container. Assemble and bake the taquitos when ready to serve.
Storage and reheating. Refrigerate leftover taquitos within 2 hours of cooking and store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven or air fryer until heated through to 165°F and crispy. Store the dipping sauce separately.
Freezer-friendly option. Freeze cooled, baked taquitos in a single layer before transferring them to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 2 months for best quality. Reheat from frozen in the oven until heated through to 165°F.
Gluten-free option. Use gluten-free tortillas and verify that the Worcestershire sauce, seasonings, and other packaged ingredients are gluten-free.
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For another family-friendly meal, our Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos are packed with seasoned meat and melted cheese.
You might also enjoy our Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Burritos, filled with seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, cheese, and cilantro-lime rice.
Helpful Cooking Resource
For more information about safely cooking ground beef, visit the USDA's Safe Minimum Internal Temperature Chart.
Ground beef should reach an internal temperature of 160°F before being used in the taquito filling.
What Makes These Taquitos So Crispy?
The secret is using a relatively dry filling, rolling the tortillas tightly, and brushing them lightly with melted butter before baking.
Baking at 425°F helps the tortillas develop a golden exterior while warming the cheesy beef filling.
For the best texture, leave a little space between each taquito on the baking sheet.
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