Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Taquitos

Yield

8 taquitos
Net carbs: ~2–3g per taquito (depends on cheese and toppings)

Ingredients

Taquito Shells (Cheese Wraps)

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  (Use low-moisture, full-fat cheese for best crisping)

Cheeseburger Filling

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 preferred)

• 6 slices bacon, chopped

• 1/2 small onion, very finely diced (optional but adds classic flavor)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp yellow mustard

• 1 tbsp sugar-free ketchup

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Optional Toppings (Keto-Friendly)

• Dill pickle slices or chopped pickles

• Shredded lettuce (for serving, not inside)

• Sugar-free burger sauce or keto ranch

Instructions

1. Cook the Bacon

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

• Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy.

• Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside.

• Leave about 1–2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan.

2. Cook the Beef Filling

• Add ground beef to the same skillet.

• Cook over medium heat, breaking it up, until fully browned.

• If using onion, add it once the beef is halfway cooked.

• Drain excess grease if needed.

3. Season the Filling

• Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• Stir in mustard and sugar-free ketchup.

• Add cooked bacon back into the pan.

• Cook for another 2–3 minutes.

• Remove from heat and let cool slightly (important for rolling).

4. Make the Cheese Taquito Shells

• Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Mix mozzarella and cheddar together.

• Spoon about 1/4 cup cheese per taquito into small circles (5–6 inches wide).

• Bake for 6–8 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden around edges.

5. Roll the Taquitos

• Let cheese cool for 30–45 seconds (still pliable).

• Place 2–3 tablespoons of filling across the center.

• Add pickles if using.

• Carefully roll into a tight log.

• Place seam-side down on the parchment.

6. Crisp the Taquitos

Option A: Oven

• Return rolled taquitos to oven for 5–7 minutes until fully crisp.

Option B: Skillet (Extra Crispy)

• Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.

• Place taquitos seam-side down.

• Cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crunchy.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with keto burger sauce, ranch, or spicy mayo.

• Add shredded lettuce on the side for a full cheeseburger vibe.

• Great as dinner, party food, or meal prep.

Tips for Success

• Do not overfill or the taquitos will split.

• If cheese hardens too fast, return it to the oven for 10–15 seconds.

• For extra crunch, use all cheddar instead of mozzarella.