This grilled bacon cheeseburger burrito wraps seasoned ground beef, crisp bacon, and two kinds of melted cheese in a flour tortilla with a tangy burger sauce.
A quick toast in the skillet seals the seam and gives the tortilla a golden, slightly crisp surface. It is a handheld dinner that tastes like a cheeseburger without the bun.
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Why This Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito Recipe Works
A simple sauce of mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard brings the familiar flavor of a classic burger without extra chopping.
Cheddar and mozzarella melt together inside the wrap, so every bite has a stretchy, creamy center with a mild, sharp flavor.
Toasting the rolled burrito on both sides firms up the tortilla and keeps the filling tucked inside.
Ingredients for Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
- For the filling: two large flour tortillas, ten ounces ground beef, four slices bacon, one cup shredded cheddar cheese, and half a cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- For the sauce: a quarter cup mayonnaise, two tablespoons ketchup, and one tablespoon mustard
Ground beef. Brown it fully and drain the excess fat so the burrito does not turn greasy. Season lightly because the bacon and cheese carry salt.
Bacon. Cook the slices until crisp and crumble them. Freshly cooked bacon has more flavor than packaged crumbles.
Cheese. Cheddar gives sharpness and mozzarella gives stretch. Shred them yourself for a smoother melt.
Sauce. Mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard make a quick burger sauce. Stir it until it turns a uniform pale orange.
Tortillas. Large flour tortillas roll the most easily. Warm them for a few seconds so they do not crack when folded.
How to Make Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
1. Cook the bacon Cook the bacon in a skillet until crisp, drain it on paper towels, and crumble it into pieces.
2. Brown the beef Cook the ground beef in the same skillet, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through to 160 degrees F, then drain the fat.
3. Mix the sauce Stir the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard together in a small bowl until smooth.
4. Fill the tortillas Lay each tortilla flat and layer on the beef, bacon, cheddar, mozzarella, and sauce, leaving a border around the edge.
5. Roll tightly Fold in the sides, then roll the tortilla up tightly from the bottom to form a burrito.
6. Grill until golden Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the burritos seam side down, turning once, until both sides are golden and the cheese melts.
How to Serve Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
Cut each burrito in half on a diagonal and serve hot with lettuce, sliced tomato, and pickles on the side if you like. It goes well with cilantro lime rice, fresh corn salsa, homemade baked beans, and fresh peach lemonade. Extra sauce makes a good dip.
How to Store and Reheat Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
Wrap leftover burritos tightly in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for up to two days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until hot, to 165 degrees F in the center, turning once. Skip freezing, because the mayonnaise sauce can separate.
Tips and Variations for Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
Drain well. Pat the bacon dry and drain the beef thoroughly. Extra grease makes the tortilla soggy and hard to roll.
Do not overfill. A loaded burrito is tempting, but too much filling splits the tortilla. Leave a clear border around the edge.
Roll tightly. A tight roll keeps the filling from spilling when the burrito hits the pan.
Use medium heat. Medium heat melts the cheese while the tortilla browns. High heat scorches the outside before the center warms.
Customize the toppings. Add shredded lettuce, tomato, or pickles inside or on the side, as you would on a burger.
Cook the beef fully. Ground beef is safe at 160 degrees F. Wash your hands and tools after handling the raw meat.
Flag the allergens. This burrito contains wheat, milk, egg, soy, and mustard. Check labels before serving guests.
Check trusted guidance. For safe handling of ground beef and leftovers, read the FDA safe food handling guidance before you cook.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
How do I keep a grilled bacon cheeseburger burrito from falling apart?
Roll it tightly with the seam side down and toast it seam side first. Let it rest for a minute before cutting.
Can I make a grilled bacon cheeseburger burrito ahead?
Assemble the burritos up to a day ahead and keep them wrapped in the fridge. Grill them just before serving.
Is a grilled bacon cheeseburger burrito good for meal prep?
It reheats well in a skillet for up to two days. Wrap each burrito individually and keep them chilled.
Can I use turkey instead of beef?
Ground turkey works well. Cook it to 165 degrees F and season it a little more.
What sauce can I use instead?
Thousand island style dressing or a spoonful of barbecue sauce both add a burger style flavor.
Grilled Bacon Cheeseburger Burrito
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Small bowl
- Wide spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas 10 inch
- 10 oz 80 percent lean ground beef browned and drained
- 4 bacon slices cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook. Cook the bacon until crisp and crumble it. Brown the beef to 160 degrees F and drain.
- Sauce. Stir the mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard together.
- Fill. Layer the beef, bacon, both cheeses, and sauce on each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Grill. Cook seam side down in a pan over medium heat, turning once, until golden and the cheese melts.
