Taco Bell Mexican Pizza (vegetarian, baked) (2023)

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

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?

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.

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

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.

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.