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    Home » Recipes » Tacos, Burritos & Enchiladas

    Published: May 19, 2022 · Modified: May 4, 2023 by Nisha · This post may contain affiliate links · 110 Comments

    Taco Bell Mexican Pizza (vegetarian, baked)

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    A copycat vegetarian version of the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe that tastes better than the original, and it's BAKED. This Mexican Pizza is vegetarian, made with refried beans, cheese, tomatoes, scallions, and jalapenos.

    Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
    5 stars

    "So, I just tried the Taco Bell Mexican pizza for the first time this weekend, then I was inspired to try this recipe. Nisha, this is SOOO DELICIOUS! I followed your instructions & topped with guac & salsa. 1000x better than the Bell! Thanks so much for another scrumptious creation!"
    Kim


    Jump to:
    • Taco Bell Obsession!
    • What is Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza
    • Ingredients for Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • How to make Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Expert Tips on Making Baked Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
    • FAQ
    • More Mexican Recipes!
    • 📖 Recipe Card

    Taco Bell Obsession!

    Taco Bell is my absolute favorite fast-food place in the world. Oh stop, don’t judge me for it. It's a chain I have loved since the age of 14 and the older I got my affinity towards Taco Bell only grew stronger.

    My favorite item to order is the Mexican Tortilla Pizza. Aside from their Mexican Pizza, my other favorite items are the Bean Burrito, 7 Layer Burrito, and Spicy Tostada.

    Since I do watch what I eat most of the time, I can't afford to eat Taco Bell's fried version as often as I'd like to, however I am capable of replicating some of their delicious menu items at home.


    5 stars

    Recipe Rating: 4.95 from 53 votes


    What is Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza

    Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza is two flour tortillas that are deep-fried, then layered and topped with refried beans, salsa, and cheese. The pizza is then heated up and topped with tomatoes, scallions, and jalapenos.

    At Taco Bell, you can get a beef version or a vegetarian version of the pizza. Of course, since I prefer vegetarian to meat, I love the Veggie Mexican Pizza at Taco Bell.

    Bold Claim - My version of this vegetarian Mexican Pizza tastes way better than Taco Bell's version. I know, I know, it's a bold claim, but it's true. Just check out the reviews below.

    Taco Bell's pizza can get soggy, and I find that half the cheese and veggies fall off, so trust me when I say my version is better, not to mention, homemade too. Hope you guys will give this recipe a try.

    Baked Mexican Pizza.

    Ingredients for Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

    Taco Bell Mexican Pizza ingredients... it's nothing complicated and to the point.

    Tortillas: As much as I prefer using whole wheat, for this Taco Bell copycat, you need to use an 8" white flour tortilla. The ingredients are not great, but at least it's homemade.

    Refried Pinto Beans: I used canned organic refried pinto beans from Trader Joe's and they're delicious.

    Taco Seasoning: Any brand of taco seasoning works, but I love Trader Joe's as it's a little spicy.

    Water: You'll need a little water to dilute the beans slightly.

    White Onion: You'll need some chopped white onion for the beans, yes we are adding some flavor to the beans.

    Pizza Toppings: Tomatoes, Jalapeno, Scallions, Mexican Cheese, Salsa. You'll need all the ingredients for the pizza toppings.


    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • It's delicious
    • Crunchy & Cheesy
    • It tastes way better than Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza
    • Satisfying & Comforting
    • It's Baked, NOT Fried
    • Because homemade is better
    • Gluten-free option (use gf tortillas)

    How to make Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe

    Step 1 - Bake the Tortillas

    1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a tray with foil.

    2. Place 2 tortillas on a flat surface and lightly brush both sides of the tortilla with avocado oil. Prick the tortillas with a fork - this prevents them from puffing.

    3. Once preheated, put the tray in the oven. Bake for 11 minutes total, 5 ½ minutes on each side - so flip halfway. You can add multiple tortillas at a time.

    4. Tortillas are done.

    Bake Tortillas for Mexican Pizza.

    Step 2 - Make the Beans & Chop Veggies

    1. In the meantime, make the beans. Empty the contents of the refried beans into a pot and cook on medium heat.

    2. Add ¼ - ½ cups of water and taco seasoning. Do not add salt since the taco seasoning has enough salt.

    3. In the meantime, chop an onion. Add the onion to the beans. Once heated through, turn off the stove.

    4. Chop the tomatoes, scallions, and jalapenos. Set cheese aside.

    Make Beans, Chop Veggies.

    Step 3 - Assemble Mexican Pizza

    1. Spread a couple of dollops of beans over the tortilla.

    2. Top off with a little salsa and spread. Use your favorite salsa or even Taco Bell sauce will work.

    3. Place the second piece of tortilla on top.

    4. Now top with salsa again. Spread.

    Assemble Pizza, Spread Sauce.

    5. Top with scallions, tomatoes, and jalapenos.

    6. Top with cheese, make sure you get the sides.

    7. Place the Mexican Tortilla Pizza back on the foiled tray and into the oven at 400 degrees for about 5 minutes. Check after 3 minutes.

    8. Mexican Pizza is ready. Cut into 4 pieces and serve hot with Taco Bell sauce. You can also garnish with onions, cilantro, or sour cream. Enjoy!

    Top Pizza with Cheese & Bake.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve the Mexican Pizza with:

    • Taco Bell Sauce, of course... hot, mild, or fire. I prefer hot.
    • You can also serve it with Guacamole and sour cream.
    • A side of Mexican Rice with lettuce would also be delicious.

    Expert Tips on Making Baked Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

    • First, prepare the refried beans.
    • Prep all the ingredients you'll need for this recipe. - scallions, jalapenos, tomatoes, and cheese.
    • Next, prepare the tortillas by brushing them with oil and baking them in the oven, flipping them halfway.
    • Assemble your Mexican Pizza.
    • Bake it in the oven for a few minutes until the cheese has melted. Enjoy!

    FAQ

    1. How do you make a crispy tortilla without deep frying?

    You could say, my version is a healthy Taco Bell Mexican Pizza.

    Here's how I make it:
    The key is to brush a little oil on the tortilla and then bake both sides. This results in a crispy outer shell.
    Once done, proceed to layer the Mexican Pizza and then bake again.
    This makes a great dish to celebrate Cinco De Mayo!

    2. Can I make the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe in the air fryer?

    Absolutely! Although I don't own a good air fryer, I would air fry these Mexican Pizzas at 375 for 8 minutes. Check on it. Then add more time if you need.

    3. How do you prevent Mexican Pizza from getting soggy?

    Make sure your beans are not super liquidy, it's okay for the beans to be runny, but avoid them getting so liquidy that your tortillas become soggy. Also, spread some salsa over the beans, but don't go overboard so that the tortillas get soggy.

    4. Is Taco Bell Mexican Pizza gluten-free?

    No, this homemade version of Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza is not gluten-free. I used flour tortillas for this recipe as they're soft.

    For a gluten-free option, feel free to use your favorite gluten-free tortillas, just make sure they're soft for the best results.

    5. How can I make vegan Mexican Pizza?

    Simply replace regular cheese with vegan cheddar cheese and you've got yourself vegan Mexican Pizza.

    6. How many calories are in Taco Bell Mexican Pizza?

    My homemade version of the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza version is baked (not fried) with 495 calories per serving. I did use larger flour tortillas for this recipe.

    7. How can I make healthy Mexican Pizza?

    For a healthy alternative, use whole-wheat tortillas instead of white flour tortillas. Also, you can use low-fat cheddar cheese.

    8. Did Taco Bell discontinue Mexican Pizza?

    Yes, they did, but as of May 19, 2022, the Mexican Pizza is now back at Taco Bell. I still love my healthier baked version 100 times more than Taco Bell's because it does not get soggy and I don't skimp on the ingredients. 

    Mexican Pizza Taco Bell image.

    More Mexican Recipes!

    • Taco Bell 7-Layer Burrito
    • Taco Bell Spicy Tostada
    • Black Bean Enchilada Pasta
    • Crunchy Tortilla Salsa Mac & Cheese
    • Enchilada Bean Dip

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    Mexican Pizza featured image.

    Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

    4.95 from 53 votes
    By: Nisha
    A copycat vegetarian version of the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe that's BAKED and tastes better than the original. This Mexican Pizza is vegetarian, made with refried beans, cheese, tomatoes, scallions, and jalapenos.
    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 495 kcal
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    Equipment

    • Baking Tray
    • Primal Avocado Oil

    Ingredients
      

    for the baked tortillas

    • 8 flour tortillas 2 tortillas per pizza, use wheat for a healthier option
    • avocado oil to brush both sides of tortilla

    for the beans

    • 15 ounces organic pinto refried beans salsa style I like Trader Joe's
    • 1 ½ tablespoon taco seasoning I like Trader Joe's
    • ¼ cup water
    • ½ cup white onion chopped

    for the veggies, cheese, salsa (divided in 4 servings)

    • 2 tomatoes chopped
    • 1 jalapeno deseeded & chopped
    • 2 stalks scallions chopped
    • 2 cups cheese shredded, ½ cup cheese each pizza
    • few spoonfuls salsa or taco bell sauce

    Instructions
     

    Bake the Tortillas

    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a tray with foil.
    • Place 2 tortillas on a flat surface and lightly brush both sides of the tortilla with avocado oil. Prick the tortillas with a fork - this prevents them from puffing.
    • Once preheated, put the tray in the oven. Bake for 10 minutes total, 5 minutes on each side so flip halfway. You can add multiple tortillas at a time.
    • Tortillas are done.

    Make the Beans & Chop Veggies

    • In the meantime, make the beans. Empty the contents of the refried beans into a pot and cook on medium heat.
    • Add ¼ - ½ cup of water and taco seasoning. Do not add salt since the taco seasoning has enough salt.
    • In the meantime, chop an onion. Add the onion to the beans. Once heated through, turn off the stove.
    • Chop the tomatoes, scallions, and jalapeno. Set cheese aside.

    Assemble Mexican Pizza

    • Spread a couple of dollops of beans over the tortilla.
    • Top off with a little salsa and spread. Use your favorite salsa, or even Taco Bell sauce will work.
    • Place the second piece of tortilla on top.
    • Now top with salsa again. Spread.
    • Top with scallions, tomatoes, and jalapeno.
    • Top with cheese, make sure you get the sides.
    • Place the Mexican Tortilla Pizza back on the foiled tray and into the oven at 400 degrees for about 5 minutes. Check after 3 minutes.
    • Mexican Pizza is ready. Cut into 4 pieces and serve hot with Taco Bell sauce. You can also garnish with onions, cilantro, or sour cream.

    Notes

    Gluten-Free option - Be sure to use your favorite gluten-free tortillas. Additionally, make sure the refried beans are gluten-free.
    Vegan option - Use vegan cheese.
    Bake Tortillas - Brush both sides of the tortilla with oil and prick with a fork to prevent them from puffing. Bake for 5 minutes on each side, for a total of 10 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 495kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 22gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 1473mgPotassium: 237mgFiber: 10gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 748IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 434mgIron: 3mg
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
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    1. kim says

      May 25, 2022 at 6:01 pm

      5 stars
      So, I just tried the Taco Bell Mexican pizza for the first time this weekend, then I was inspired to try this recipe. Nisha, this is SOOO DELICIOUS! I followed your instructions & topped with guac & salsa. 1000x better than the Bell! Thanks so much for another scrumptious creation!

      Reply
    2. Lakshmi says

      May 19, 2022 at 8:46 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for dinner tonight and it was SO DELICIOUS! Perfectly spicy, crunchy, cheesy and filling. My husband and I really enjoyed it. Definitely will be making this recipe again 🙂

      Reply
    3. Carolyn Wong says

      May 12, 2022 at 12:09 am

      5 stars
      Everything worked out! Thank you! I did the same as in your review, two pizzas at once. I really liked the dough, it turned out like in a pizzeria, thin. Before this recipe, I tried many different ones with yeast, they just make pies. And it's just wonderful!

      Reply
    4. Dhara Patel says

      December 06, 2021 at 3:24 pm

      5 stars
      Hey Nisha I never tried mexican pizza. It is the first time I made and its a 💣.

      Reply
    5. Sheema says

      December 03, 2021 at 8:58 am

      5 stars
      This Mexican pizza turned out amazing! Thanks Nisha for the copycat recipe!

      Reply
    6. Sandy says

      December 01, 2021 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      The Mexican Pizzas came out AMAZING 🤤 and the recipe was perfect as always! Thanks Nisha!😍🥰

      Reply
    7. Khush says

      November 18, 2020 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      This was super yummy! I air fried the tortillas instead of baking them and it was so much better than the Taco Bell version! And healthier too!!

      Reply
    8. Niki Bhatia says

      August 24, 2020 at 7:55 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect quick, easy, and healthy alternative to a Taco Bell favorite! 5 stars from hubby and me for sure. Thanks for this recipe!

      Reply
    9. Vai Patel says

      August 10, 2020 at 7:10 pm

      5 stars
      Love this easy and delicious recipe!! The Mexican Pizza's came out wonderful and it was kid approved as well 🙂 Thank you, Nisha!

      Reply
    10. Hema says

      August 01, 2020 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      Super delicious and so easy to make!

      Reply
    11. Shailee says

      July 27, 2020 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      Out of all the Mexican Pizza recipes out there this one is my favorite because it gives a healthy alternative by baking the tortillas. They came out so yummy and my whole family loved it! Thank you Nisha!

      Reply
    12. Jyoti says

      July 24, 2020 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      Excellent delicious recipe and easy to follow the steps. I made the pizza and added chopped jalapeno to the beans to make it spicy. Plus I didn't have scallions on hand so I added cilantro also on the topping. My husband and I really enjoyed your recipe. Thank you Nisha for sharing.👌🏼 😍 😋

      Reply
    13. Esha says

      July 05, 2020 at 3:06 pm

      5 stars
      This pizza is absolutely divine! Thanks Nisha for the recipe! I love your blog and recipes!

      Reply
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