Save Pin A fun, customizable baked tortilla wrap filled with creamy beans and melty cheese is perfect for a quick, satisfying meal or snack. Enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or anytime you crave something delicious and easy.
Whenever I want a comforting meal in minutes, this tortilla wrap hack never fails. I love how everyone in the family can add their favorite ingredients, and it always comes out cheesy and golden.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas: 4 large
- Black beans: 1 1/2 cups canned, drained and rinsed
- Cheddar cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Monterey Jack cheese: 1/2 cup shredded
- Corn kernels: 1/2 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Red bell pepper: 1/2 cup diced
- Red onion: 1/4 cup finely chopped
- Ground cumin: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Chili powder: 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and pepper: To taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional): 1/4 cup
- Salsa (optional): 1/2 cup
- Sour cream (optional): 1/4 cup
- Avocado (optional): 1 sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Make bean mixture:
- In a medium bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to mix.
- Prepare tortillas:
- Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Using a knife, make a single cut from the center to the edge.
- Add fillings:
- Mentally divide tortilla into four quarters. Add bean mixture to one, cheddar cheese to another, Monterey Jack to a third, and leave fourth for optional toppings.
- Fold tortilla:
- Starting at the cut, fold each quarter over the next to form a layered triangle.
- Repeat process:
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Bake wraps:
- Place folded wraps on sheet pan. Brush with oil or spray cooking spray. Bake 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Serve:
- Serve hot with salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro if desired.
Save Pin My kids jump in to choose their favorite fillings, and every wrap is different. The tortilla hack turns dinner into a fun activity that brings us together at the table.
Required Tools
You'll need a sheet pan, parchment paper, mixing bowl, knife, and spatula to prepare and bake these wraps.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat from tortillas and dairy from cheese and sour cream. Always check labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each wrap (without optional toppings) has about 355 calories, 13 g fat, 46 g carbohydrates, and 14 g protein.
Save Pin Try the tortilla wrap hack for busy nights or lazy weekends and watch it become a household favorite. Customize, bake, and enjoy every crispy bite!
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of tortillas work best for this dish?
Large flour tortillas are ideal due to their flexibility and size, which helps in folding and holding the fillings securely.
- → Can I use different beans in this dish?
Yes, pinto beans or refried beans can be substituted for black beans to vary flavor and texture.
- → How do I achieve a crispy outer layer when baking?
Lightly brushing the folded tortillas with oil or cooking spray before baking promotes a golden, crisp finish.
- → Is it possible to add meat to this preparation?
Cooked shredded chicken or beef can be added for a non-vegetarian version without altering the basic technique.
- → What spices enhance the flavor of this dish?
A blend of cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder balances the beans and cheese with a mild smoky warmth.