Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch Recipe

Name: Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef for taco meat; Copycat Taco Bell Spicy Ranch Sauce; 1/2 cup sour cream; 0.5 (1 ounce) envelope ranch dressing, and salad seasoning such as hidden valley; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons habanero sauce; 8 flour tortillas, 6-inch; 8 hard shelled taco shells; 3 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1
Make Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef, reserving 21/2 cups for Gorditas.
2
Make Spicy Ranch:
3
In a small bowl, stir together Copycat Taco Bell Spicy Ranch ingredients, chill, covered until ready to use.
4
Heat oven to 400°F Using kitchen shears trim soft tortillas so they are 5 1/2 inches in diameter.
5
On a rimmed baking sheet, top each tortilla with 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Cook tortillas until cheese has melted, 5 to 7 minutes. Moving quickly, place a crunchy taco on top of each baked tortilla (only covering half), pressing gently to adhere cheese. Flip tacos with a spatula to adhere cheese to the other side of the taco shells.
6
Dividing evenly, fill Cheesy Gordita Crunch shells with Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef, lettuce, cheese, and Copycat Taco Bell Spicy Ranch Sauce.

1443

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef for taco meat, Copycat Taco Bell Spicy Ranch Sauce, 1/2 cup sour cream, 0.5 (1 ounce) envelope ranch dressing, and salad seasoning such as hidden valley, and more.

Yes, Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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