If you’re craving something indulgent, hearty, and packed with flavor, this Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito is the ultimate comfort food mashup. It takes everything you love about a classic bacon cheeseburger—juicy ground beef, smoky bacon, tangy pickles, melty cheese, and those signature burger condiments—and wraps it all up in a soft flour tortilla. What takes it over the top? A rich, creamy cheese sauce made from cheddar and cream cheese, perfect for drizzling or dipping. This is not a light meal—it’s a full-on flavor bomb that satisfies every craving.
Ingredients
For the Burrito Filling:
Ground beef: 500 grams (about 1 pound), ideally 80/20 for a bit of fat and flavor
Bacon: 6 slices, cooked until crisp and chopped into bits
Onion: 1 small, diced finely
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Cheddar cheese: 1 cup, shredded
American cheese: 1 cup, shredded or cubed (melts beautifully)
Pickles: ½ cup, chopped (for that tangy, signature cheeseburger bite)
Ketchup: ¼ cup
Mustard: 2 tablespoons (yellow or Dijon both work)
Salt and pepper: To taste
Large flour tortillas: 4, about 10–12 inches in size
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce:
Unsalted butter: 2 tablespoons
All-purpose flour: 2 tablespoons
Milk: 1 cup (whole milk works best for richness)
Cheddar cheese: 1 cup, shredded
Cream cheese: ½ cup (softened slightly for easy melting)
Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
Salt and pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Make the Filling:
Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté it for about 3–4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent. Add in the minced garlic and stir for another minute until fragrant.
Next, add the ground beef. Break it apart with your spatula as it cooks, and continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes until it’s fully browned. If there’s a lot of excess fat, go ahead and drain it off.
Now, stir in the chopped cooked bacon, cheddar cheese, American cheese, chopped pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Season everything with salt and pepper to your taste. Keep stirring over low heat until all the cheese is melted and the mixture becomes gooey and fully combined. Set the filling aside.
- Make the Creamy Cheese Sauce:
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for about 1 minute, just until it starts to turn lightly golden—this will help eliminate any raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly. Continue to cook the mixture for 3 to 5 minutes, or until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is melted and the sauce is completely smooth. Remove it from the heat and keep it warm.
- Assemble the Burritos:
Lay one of your large flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous portion of the cheeseburger filling into the center. Drizzle a bit of the warm cheese sauce over the top.
To roll the burrito: fold in the sides, then roll it up tightly from the bottom. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
- Toast the Burritos (Optional):
For extra texture and flavor, place the rolled burritos in a dry skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Toast each side for a couple of minutes until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Serve:
Serve the burritos hot, with additional creamy cheese sauce on the side for dipping. You can garnish with extra pickles, chopped bacon, or even a drizzle of ketchup if you’re feeling classic.
This Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito is perfect for a weekend treat, game day snack, or anytime you’re in the mood for a satisfying, over-the-top meal. It’s a crowd-pleaser that delivers bold flavors and a fun twist on a beloved classic.