Save A fun, customizable baked tortilla wrap filled with creamy beans and melty cheese—perfect for a quick, satisfying meal or snack.
I first tried this wrap hack on a busy afternoon when everyone wanted something different. With assorted beans and cheeses on hand, it turned into a fun kitchen project that satisfied the whole family.
Ingredients
- Large flour tortillas: 4 count
- Canned black beans: 1 1/2 cups, drained and rinsed
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 1 cup
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese: 1/2 cup
- Corn kernels: 1/2 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Diced red bell pepper: 1/2 cup
- Finely chopped red onion: 1/4 cup
- Ground cumin: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Chili powder: 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro: 1/4 cup (optional topping)
- Salsa: 1/2 cup (optional topping)
- Sour cream: 1/4 cup (optional topping)
- Avocado: 1, sliced (optional topping)
Instructions
- Prep Oven and Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare Filling:
- Combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Toss to mix evenly.
- Prepare Tortillas:
- Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Using a knife, make a single cut from the center to the edge.
- Add Fillings:
- Divide the tortilla into four quarters in your mind. Add bean mixture to one quarter, cheddar cheese to another, Monterey Jack to the third, and leave the fourth for toppings if you wish.
- Fold Wraps:
- Starting at the cut, fold each quarter over the next, forming a layered triangle wrap.
- Repeat:
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Bake Wraps:
- Place folded wraps onto the prepared pan. Brush lightly with oil or use cooking spray.
- Baking:
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Serve:
- Serve hot, topped with salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro if desired.
Save These wraps are always a hit at our family game nights. Everyone gets to choose their own toppings, and even picky eaters come back for seconds.
Required Tools
Sheet pan, parchment paper, mixing bowl, knife, spatula
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (flour tortillas) and dairy (cheese, sour cream). Check all ingredient packaging for cross-contamination warnings.
Nutritional Information
Each wrap, without extra toppings, contains about 355 calories, 13 g fat, 46 g carbohydrates and 14 g protein.
Save Bake, serve, and watch these tortilla wraps disappear fast. This recipe makes for a quick meal or a hearty snack any time.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different beans in this dish?
Yes, you can substitute black beans with pinto or refried beans for a variation in flavor and texture.
- → What cheeses work best for melting here?
Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses melt beautifully, providing creamy texture and rich flavor.
- → How do I prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy?
Folding the tortilla into layered triangles and baking on a parchment-lined sheet helps them crisp evenly without sogginess.
- → Are there any suggested toppings to enhance the flavors?
Fresh salsa, sour cream, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro add brightness and balance to the dish.
- → Can this be prepared ahead of time?
The filling can be prepared in advance and assembled just before baking for freshness and convenience.