
Crispy tortillas packed with creamy mac cheese tender beef and smoky bacon make for the best comfort food combo Great choice for a chill weeknight or fun get-together that’ll be a hit with everybody
First time I tossed these together was for a game night party and wow they vanished in minutes Now they’re our favorite pick for family movies
Irresistible Ingredients
- Cooked crispy bacon: thick slices cooked so they’re nice and crunchy really kick up the flavor
- Large flour tortillas: get ones that are soft and fresh so you can roll ’em up without them splitting
- Ground beef: use an eighty twenty mix for juicy tasty meat
- Cooked macaroni pasta: elbows are perfect just don’t overcook them
- Mustard: adds a punch of brightness
- Butter: melt and brush on the rolls before they hit the skillet for a crisp bite
- Shredded cheddar cheese: sharp cheddar gives you melty cheesy goodness with lots of flavor
- Ketchup: just a bit adds tangy balance
- Garlic powder: perks things up with a nice aroma
- Salt: brings out the beefy taste
- Onion powder: gives a hint of sweetness and extra oomph
- Black pepper: a little heat rounds out the flavors
Simple How-To Steps
- Dish Up and Eat
- Slice each roll in two if you want Dig in while they’re hot and dunk them in ranch or ketchup if that’s your thing
- Crisp ’em Up
- Take those rolled up tortillas and brush them with melted butter Then pop them in a skillet seam side down Toast for a couple minutes per side so they get golden and crunchy everywhere
- Stuff and Roll
- Spread tortillas out on a clean work area Spoon your mac cheese beef mix down the center Fold in the edges and roll up firmly so nothing falls out
- Mix the Filling
- Toss the hot macaroni shredded cheddar crispy bacon ketchup and mustard in a big bowl Stir well Then add the cooked beef and blend it all together till it’s nice and mixed
- Brown the Beef
- Heat a skillet toss in your beef with salt black pepper garlic powder and onion powder Cook while breaking it into bits until browned Should take nearly eight minutes Dump out the extra fat so your mix doesn't get greasy

Bacon packs a smoky little surprise in every bite My youngest once said this beats ordering out so it’s our new Sunday easy dinner go-to
How to Store
To keep leftovers fresh wrap them up snug in foil and stick them in the fridge Eat within three days Warm up on low in a skillet for crispy outsides again Air fryers work great too You can freeze them if you want but macaroni turns a bit mushy later They’re best fresh
Swaps and Switches
Use plant based meat or swap beef for chicken or ground turkey Want more heat sprinkle in cayenne or smoked paprika Love extra cheesiness Go with pepper jack cheese For gluten free needs find GF tortillas and pasta

Ways to Serve
Dunk these in chipotle mayo spicy ranch or barbecue Get a fresh green salad or coleslaw on the side to round it out They really shine at parties or with a big crowd for game night
Where It Comes From
Both mac and cheese and bacon cheeseburgers started out as American comfort food classics Wrapping it all in a tortilla takes a playful Tex-Mex twist like burritos or quesadillas You get all the familiar goodness in a fun portable bundle
FAQs About the Recipe
- → Is it okay to swap out the beef for something else?
Of course! Use ground chicken, turkey, or even a plant-based meat if you want a different taste or need a meatless version.
- → Any tips for keeping these wraps together?
Roll them up tight and make sure the seam faces down in the pan. A bit of melted butter under the seam helps stick it all together, too.
- → Which cheese works best here?
Cheddar is ideal since it melts nicely and is tasty, but Monterey Jack or a cheese mix adds new flavors and textures.
- → Can I make them before I need them?
Yep, put them together ahead of time, then toast just before eating so they're still crispy and delicious.
- → Got veggie options for this dish?
Just use a plant-based meat substitute or crumble up veggie patties along with the main fixings.
- → What are some good sides or dips?
Try these with ranch, spicy ketchup, or barbecue sauce for dipping. Fries or a salad go great on the side, too.