The Blooming Burrito Ring is a fun, shareable appetizer that’s packed with the bold, cheesy flavors of a burrito in a pull-apart, flower-shaped ring. Made with tortillas, seasoned meat, beans, and gooey cheese, it’s an eye-catching and satisfying dish that’s perfect for game days, parties, or family dinners.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Eye-catching design that’s perfect for entertaining
- Easy to assemble and bake in under an hour
- Loaded with flavorful burrito-style filling
- Customizable with your favorite meats, beans, and cheeses
- Ideal for dipping in salsa, guacamole, or sour cream
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- soft taco-size flour tortillas
- shredded cooked chicken or ground beef
- taco seasoning
- water
- refried beans
- shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby Jack, or Mexican blend)
- cooking spray or oil
- salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for serving
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, mix cooked chicken or beef with taco seasoning and a bit of water. Simmer until well-coated and heated through.
- Warm refried beans in a small pot or microwave-safe bowl for easier spreading.
- Cut tortillas in half to create semicircles.
- On each tortilla half, spread a small layer of refried beans, top with seasoned meat and shredded cheese, then roll into a cone shape.
- On a greased baking sheet or oven-safe round pan, arrange the filled cones in a circle with the pointy end facing inward to form a ring.
- Add a second layer on top if desired, then sprinkle extra cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Serve warm with a bowl of salsa, guacamole, or sour cream in the center of the ring.
Servings and Timing
- Servings: 20 pieces
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 20–25 minutes
- Total time: 35–40 minutes
Variations
- Use ground turkey, shredded pork, or beans for a vegetarian version
- Add cooked rice, corn, or jalapeños to the filling for extra flavor
- Mix cream cheese or queso into the filling for added creaminess
- Swap in green salsa or enchilada sauce for a different flavor twist
- Use spicy cheese for a little extra heat
Storage/Reheating
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes or until warmed through
- Microwave individual portions for 30–60 seconds, but note the tortillas may soften
- Not ideal for freezing once baked, but can be assembled ahead and frozen unbaked
FAQs
Can I use corn tortillas?
Flour tortillas work best because they’re more flexible and easier to shape without tearing.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the ring and refrigerate until ready to bake. Bake just before serving for best results.
How do I keep the filling from leaking out?
Roll the tortillas snugly and don’t overfill. Press seams gently to hold them closed.
Can I use store-bought rotisserie chicken?
Yes, it’s a great time-saver—just shred and season it before assembling.
What dips go best with this?
Salsa, sour cream, guacamole, queso dip, or even ranch dressing all work well.
How do I transport this for a party?
Assemble and bake in a round foil pan, then cover and reheat at your destination if needed.
Can I make it spicier?
Add chopped jalapeños, hot sauce, or spicy taco seasoning to the filling.
Is this kid-friendly?
Yes, just keep the spice level mild and use familiar fillings like chicken and cheese.
What cheese melts best for this?
Mexican blend, cheddar, or Colby Jack melt well and pair nicely with the other flavors.
Can I freeze leftovers?
It’s best fresh, but leftover pieces can be wrapped tightly and frozen for up to a month.
Conclusion
The Blooming Burrito Ring is a flavorful, festive appetizer that’s as fun to look at as it is to eat. Whether you’re hosting a party, feeding a crowd, or just looking for a new way to enjoy burritos, this pull-apart ring delivers big flavor and big impact with minimal effort. Serve it with your favorite dips and watch it disappear.
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Blooming Burrito Ring
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Halal
Description
The Blooming Burrito Ring is a fun, crowd-pleasing twist on burritos, made by wrapping seasoned beef and cheese in crescent rolls and arranging them in a ring shape, then baking until golden and bubbly.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in refried beans and cheese.
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. Arrange the triangles in a circular pattern on the prepared baking sheet with the wide ends toward the center and the tips pointing outward, overlapping slightly to form a ring.
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto the wide ends of the dough triangles.
- Fold the tips of the triangles over the filling and tuck them under the ring to seal.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped green onions, if using.
- Serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole in the center of the ring or on the side.
Notes
- Use a pizza cutter to slice and serve clean portions.
- Swap beef with shredded chicken or black beans for variation.
- Great for parties, game day, or a fun family dinner.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg