Description
Crispy baked bean and cheese taquitos loaded with a flavorful mixture of refried beans, melted cheese, sour cream, and spices, baked to golden perfection and perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 (15 oz.) can refried beans
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican cheese blend, cheddar, or pepper jack)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
Tortillas
- 14, 6-inch flour or corn tortillas
For Baking
- Cooking spray or avocado oil
Toppings (Optional)
- Shredded lettuce
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Diced tomatoes
- Limes
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with foil and lightly coat them with nonstick cooking spray. For extra crispiness, you can place a wire rack over the baking sheet and lightly spray it as well to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the refried beans, shredded cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, hot sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Prepare tortillas (flour): If using flour tortillas, warm them briefly in the microwave for a few seconds to make rolling easier. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the lower third of each tortilla, spreading it evenly but keeping it about 1 inch from the edges to prevent filling from oozing out. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. The taquitos can touch each other on the sheet.
- Prepare tortillas (corn): For corn tortillas, microwave a few at a time wrapped in slightly damp paper towels for about 20 seconds until pliable. Then fill and roll using the same method as with flour tortillas.
- Brush and season: Lightly brush or spray the tops of the taquitos with avocado oil or cooking spray. Sprinkle each with a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
- Bake: Bake the taquitos in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until they become crispy and begin to turn golden brown. Monitor closely near the end to prevent burning, as the edges crisp up quickly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite toppings such as shredded lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. These taquitos are especially delicious paired with a dipping sauce like a smooth cheese sauce or salsa.
Notes
- Warming tortillas before rolling makes them more pliable and prevents cracking.
- Using a wire rack over the baking sheet helps air circulate for extra crispy taquitos.
- You can substitute cheese types to suit your preference, such as using all cheddar or pepper jack for extra spice.
- Watch the taquitos closely during baking to avoid burning the edges.
- These taquitos freeze well; reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
