Description
These Beef and Cheese Pizza Crust Taco Rolls combine the best of tacos and pizza in a fun, spiral-shaped treat. Ground beef seasoned with taco spices and mixed with cheddar cheese and colorful bell peppers is rolled inside a thin pizza dough crust, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, these savory rolls offer a delicious fusion of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough and Filling
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced red and yellow bell peppers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula and stirring occasionally until fully browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat carefully to keep the filling flavorful without greasiness.
- Season and mix filling: Allow the beef to cool slightly, then add taco seasoning and stir thoroughly. Fold in diced bell peppers and shredded cheddar cheese to create a flavorful filling with a nice texture and color.
- Roll out dough: Place the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to roll it into a rectangle approximately ¼ inch thick, ensuring an even surface for spreading the filling.
- Spread filling and roll log: Evenly spread the seasoned beef mixture over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent spilling. Roll the dough tightly from the longer side into a log shape, snug but with enough room for expansion while baking.
- Slice and prepare for baking: Slice the rolled log into 1-inch spirals. Arrange the rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet with space between each. Brush the tops with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake and garnish: Bake in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes until the rolls are bubbly and golden on top. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving warm.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the cooked ground beef well to avoid greasy taco rolls.
- Feel free to substitute the cheddar cheese with a Mexican cheese blend for more authentic flavor.
- These rolls can be served with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.
- Rolling the dough tightly is important for neat spirals but leave some space for the dough to rise during baking.
- Leftover rolls can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
