My air fryer copycat Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe is just as good as Taco Bell… if not better! Featuring everything you know and love about a crunchwrap made easy in the air fryer. Ready in just 30 minutes.
Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe
If you’ve never been to Taco Bell and ordered a crunchwrap supreme, you’re in for a cheesy delight! Crunchwraps from the fast food restaurant are made with a large tortilla that’s filled with layers of:
- Seasoned ground meat
- Nacho cheese
- Sour cream
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomato
- A crunchy tostada shell or tortilla chips
The whole thing is then folded up (with that first, base layer tortilla) into a circular shape so that all the fillings stay inside, and then grilled shut. Phew! I almost forgot just how loaded they can be.
This is my copycat version of Taco Bell’s crunchwrap supreme recipe! It’s easy to make, and the air fryer does an excellent job of grilling the wrap together and creating that signature “crunch.”
You can also customize it just how you like it, in case you need one more reason to learn how to make a crunchwrap supreme in the air fryer!
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Why You’ll Love Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme
- No excess oil needed
- Extra crispy in the air fryer — not soggy
- And perfectly melty on the inside
- Totally customizable
- Quick and easy recipe
- Fun to assemble
Ingredients Needed For Copycat Crunchwrap Supreme
Creating a delicious crunchwrap at home is a lot easier than you may expect! With the right ingredients, you’ll be well on your way before you know it. Below you’ll find exactly what you need to get started.
For complete ingredients and quantities, as well as the nutritional information, keep on scrolling until you get to the bottom with a printable recipe card.
- 12-Inch Flour Tortillas: Opt for tortillas that are large enough to hold all your fillings and still fold neatly. I usually look for the burrito size. You’ll also need a pack of 6-inch tortillas to seal everything together.
- Lean Ground Beef: Seasoned and cooked until perfectly browned, lean ground beef provides a savory, protein-packed layer that’s the heart of your air fryer crunchwrap.
- Taco Seasoning: This blend of spices gives your ground beef a bold flavor. You’ll also need some extra Cumin and Garlic and Onion Powder.
- Nacho Cheese Sauce: Rich and tangy, nacho cheese adds a creamy, cheesy element that binds the layers together.
- Tostada Shells: The crunch factor in my homemade crunchwrap supreme recipe, these crispy shells add a satisfying texture contrast to the soft tortilla and tender fillings.
- Sour Cream: Offers a cool, creamy layer that balances the spices and complements the other ingredients well.
- Shredded Lettuce: Crisp and fresh, lettuce is a welcome, lighter addition to the mix.
- Diced Tomatoes: Cut through the richness of the meat and cheese.
- Sliced Avocado or Guacamole: Technically optional, I personally can’t imagine eating Mexican-inspired food without some avocado or guac!
How to Make a Crunchwrap Supreme in Air Fryer
Below you’ll find the step-by-step instructions for making my copycat crunchwrap supreme! Be sure to refer to the pictures as you go — they’re really helpful for assembling.
Step 1: Cook the ground beef
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the beef while breaking it up into crumbles. When it’s cooked, drain off any excess liquid.
Season the meat with taco seasoning, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the water, stir, lower the heat, and let it simmer until the sauce is thickened and most of the water has evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2: Add the meat and cheese
Before you begin, preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F for about 5 minutes.
Next, place a 12-inch tortilla on a clean work surface. Add ¼ of the ground beef then top with ¼ of the nacho cheese.
Step 3: Top with tostada and veggies
Next, add a tostada on top of the ground beef and cheese. Top with ¼ of the tomatoes, lettuce, and sour cream. Place a 6-inch tortilla on top. Wrap the bottom of the larger tortilla around the sides as tightly as you can, folding it over as you go.
Step 4: Air fry
Spray the basket with cooking spray and place the wrap, seam side down, into the air fryer. Spray the top with cooking spray.
Air fry for 4 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying with more cooking spray. Cook for 4 more minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Repeat with the rest of the ingredients and enjoy!
Air Fryer Crunchwrap Variations
- Make it vegetarian and swap out the ground beef for a mixture of black beans and quinoa or a meat substitute. Season with taco seasoning for that authentic flavor without the meat.
- Use ground chicken instead of beef and amp up the heat with additional spices such as cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños. Add a spicy sauce or salsa for an extra kick.
- Make a breakfast crunchwrap supreme recipe with scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage bits, shredded cheese, and hash browns. Serve with a side of salsa.
- Mix your cooked ground beef or shredded chicken with BBQ sauce. Pair with coleslaw and crispy fried onions for a BBQ-themed treat.
- To make it vegan, use lentils or a vegan ground meat substitute seasoned with taco seasoning. Add vegan cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and a dairy-free sour cream to keep it plant-based.
- Substitute the ground beef with seasoned ground lamb or a mix of ground beef and lamb. Add tzatziki sauce instead of sour cream, and include feta cheese, diced cucumbers, and tomatoes for a Mediterranean flair.
- Fill with thinly sliced sautéed steak, onions, and bell peppers. Use provolone cheese for a Philly cheesesteak-inspired version.
- Combine shredded chicken with Buffalo sauce, add crumbled blue cheese or ranch dressing instead of sour cream, and include celery for a crunchy, spicy option.
- Add diced ham and pineapple over your choice of protein for a sweet and savory combination. Pair with a teriyaki sauce drizzle for a Hawaiian twist.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients, including the tortillas and tostada shells, are gluten-free.
Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe Pro Tips
- Choose the largest tortillas you can find to ensure there’s enough room to fold over the filling without tearing. This makes wrapping easier and prevents the filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Briefly warm the tortillas to make them more pliable and easier to fold without breaking so you don’t end up with any leaks.
- Layer Wisely: Start with heavier, less moist ingredients at the bottom and work up to lighter, wetter toppings.
- Cook seam-side down for the best results. It helps seal the folds and prevents your copycat crunchwrap supreme from opening up in the air fryer. The initial heat helps “glue” the folds together.
- Don’t Overstuff: While loading up on fillings is tempting, too much can make it difficult to close and cook evenly. Keeping the filling in manageable amounts ensures a good seal and even cooking.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket and the outside of the wrap with non-stick cooking spray to enhance browning and prevent sticking.
- Let the crunchwraps rest for a couple of minutes after cooking for the fillings to settle, making it easier to cut and eat.
Homemade Crunchwrap Supreme FAQs
Yes, you can use frozen ingredients, such as frozen pre-cooked meat or vegetables. Just be sure to thaw and properly heat any frozen ingredients before adding them to your homemade crunchwrap supreme to ensure even cooking.
Yes. You can add your favorite sauce directly inside the wrap. However, be careful not to add too much liquid as it can make the tortilla soggy. Consider thicker sauces and add them sparingly.
Remember to fold it tightly and start cooking with the seam-side down. Additionally, you can lightly press it under something flat, like a spatula or another pan right before cooking to help seal the edges.
It depends on the size of your air fryer. You can add several to the basket at once as long as they fit in a single layer without touching each other.
Make sure to tightly fold the wrap before air frying, and let it rest for a few minutes once it’s done. You can also cut it in half to make it more manageable.
Use your air fryer! 3-5 minutes at 350 degrees F should be enough to get it heated through and crispy again. Don’t use your microwave as this will make the tortillas soggy.
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Air Fryer Copycat Crunchwrap Supreme Recipe
Description
Ingredients
- 4 12 inch tortillas
- 4 6 inch flour tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup nacho cheese
- 4 large tostada shells
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the beef, breaking it up into crumbles. Once there is no pink left, drain off any excess liquid from the meat, and return it to the skillet.
- Season with taco seasoning, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder, stir to combine. Make sure the seasonings coat the meat.
- Add the water, stir to combine, low the heat to a low simmer, and let the sauce thicken until most of the water has evaporated. Take off the heat and set it aside.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F for 5 minutes, air fryer setting.
- Take a 12-inch tortilla and lay it on a clean work surface. Add 1/4 cup of the meat mixture.
- Top with 1/4 of the nacho cheese, add a tostada on top, add 1/4 of the tomatoes, lettuce, and sour cream. Place a 6-inch tortilla on top.
- As tightly as you can, warp the bottom larger tortilla around the sides, folding it over as you go.
- Spray the inside of the air fryer with olive oil spray.
- Place the wrap, seam side down, into the air fryer.
- Spray the top with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 4 minutes, flip halfway through, and spray with more olive oil spray.
- Repeat with the remaining crunch wraps.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
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Pat W
Recipe worked perfectly! Very tasty! I never had the Taco Bell version, so I cannot compare. But I liked this as a change of pace from regular tacos.
Jackie
Oh my goodness. So yummy. Followed the recipe almost exactly (less cumin for less spicy). My husband, adult son and I are loving these. Thank you so much. I have been very successful with all your recipes we’ve tried.