If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort food with crispy edges, gooey cheese, and savory ground beef, these Cheesy Baked Beef Tortilla Pockets are calling your name. Made with soft tortillas, seasoned beef, and plenty of melted cheese, they’re wrapped like little pillows and baked until beautifully golden brown.
Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, party appetizers, or make-ahead freezer meals!
What Are Cheesy Tortilla Pockets?
Cheesy Tortilla Pockets are folded tortilla wraps filled with a flavorful ground beef and cheese mixture, then oven-baked to golden perfection. Think of them as a cross between an enchilada and a hot pocket — no deep frying, just melty, meaty deliciousness straight from the oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Uses simple pantry staples
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Baked, not fried
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Freezer-friendly and kid-approved
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Great for dinners, lunches, or snacks
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Ready in under 40 minutes!
Ingredients
For 6 servings:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning (or chili powder + cumin + paprika)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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½ cup tomato sauce or salsa
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1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
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6 large flour tortillas
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2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
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Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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