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Recreate the Taco Bell Double Decker Taco at home with this easy copycat recipe! A crunchy taco shell wrapped in a soft tortilla with refried beans, seasoned beef, and all your favorite toppings.

Copycat Taco Bell Double Decker Taco Recipe

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

The Copycat Taco Bell Double Decker Taco Recipe brings back the beloved fast-food classic with an easy homemade twist. It layers seasoned ground beef inside a crunchy taco shell, wrapped in a soft flour tortilla "glued" together with creamy refried beans. Quick to make and full of flavor, it’s the perfect mix of crispy, soft, and savory—ideal for taco night!

Ingredients 

  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 6 soft flour tortillas, 6-inch
  • 6 crunchy taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar , or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, diced (optional)
  • Sour cream, hot sauce, or salsa (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  • Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Heat refried beans in the microwave or on the stovetop until soft and spreadable.
  • Spread a thin layer of refried beans on one side of each soft flour tortilla. Press a crunchy taco shell into the beans to stick them together. Spoon the seasoned ground beef into each crunchy taco shell.
  • Place assembled tacos into the air fryer basket. Set air fryer temperature to 350 degrees F and set cook time for 3-4 minutes to warm everything through and crisp the outer tortilla slightly.
  • Remove carefully and top with shredded cheese, lettuce, and tomato if using, serve with sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce!

Equipment

  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 18gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 708mgPotassium: 278mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1155IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 211mgIron: 3mg