10 DIY Vegan Taco Bell Recipes

Holy guacamole! 🥑 Get ready to transform your kitchen into a vegan Taco Bell paradise without ever leaving the comfort of your yoga pants. I’ve teamed up with some plant-based wizards to bring you 10 DIY Taco Bell-inspired recipes that’ll make your taste buds do the cha-cha. Whether you’re craving a Crunchwrap Supreme at 2 AM or just want to impress your friends with your mad vegan skills, we’ve got you covered. From bean-loaded burritos to nacho cheese sauce that’ll make you say “queso who?”, these recipes are so easy, you could probably make them with one hand tied behind your back (but please don’t try that at home). So grab your apron, crank up some fiesta tunes, and let’s get cookin’!

Bean Burrito

Ah, the classic bean burrito. It’s like a warm, comforting hug for your insides.

To make this bad boy, you’ll need:
– Large flour tortillas
– Refried beans (homemade or store-bought)
– Vegan cheese shreds
– Diced onions
– Hot sauce

Warm up those beans, spread ’em on a tortilla, sprinkle with cheese and onions, add a dash of hot sauce, and roll it up tighter than your jeans after Thanksgiving.

Pro tip: If you’re feeling fancy, throw in some cilantro and a squeeze of lime. It’s like a party in your mouth, and everyone’s invited!

Crunchwrap Supreme

Okay, let’s talk about the crown jewel of Taco Bell’s menu – the Crunchwrap Supreme. But make it vegan, and make it at home!

You’ll need:
– Large flour tortillas
– Small corn tortillas
– Vegan ground “beef”
– Vegan nacho cheese sauce
– Lettuce
– Tomatoes
– Vegan sour cream

Layer it up like you’re building the world’s tastiest lasagna. Start with the large tortilla, add the “beef,” nacho cheese, a crunchy tostada, sour cream, lettuce, and tomatoes. Fold it up like you’re wrapping a present for your taste buds, then griddle until golden.

I once made these for a non-vegan friend, and they swore off the drive-thru forever. Mission accomplished! 🌯🏆

Nacho Cheese Sauce

Let’s be real – cheese is the glue that holds society together. But who says it has to come from a cow?

For this liquid gold, you’ll need:
– Cashews (soaked overnight)
– Nutritional yeast
– Lemon juice
– Spices (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder)
– A dash of hot sauce

Blend it all up smoother than your pick-up lines, and voila! You’ve got yourself a nacho cheese sauce that’ll make you question everything you thought you knew about dairy.

Warning: May cause spontaneous chip-dipping and uncontrollable “mmmm” noises.

Mexican Pizza

Remember when Taco Bell took this off the menu and the internet lost its collective mind? Well, guess what? We’re bringing it back, baby!

You’ll need:
– Tostada shells
– Refried beans
– Vegan ground “beef”
– Enchilada sauce
– Vegan cheese shreds
– Diced tomatoes

Layer those ingredients like you’re building the Leaning Tower of Pizza (see what I did there?). Pop it in the oven until the cheese is melty and your mouth is watery.

Fun fact: I once ate three of these in one sitting. Do I regret it? Maybe. Would I do it again? Absolutely.

Cheesy Gordita Crunch

This is like the turducken of the Taco Bell world – a soft shell wrapped around a hard shell. It’s madness, and I’m here for it.

You’ll need:
– Hard taco shells
– Soft flour tortillas
– Vegan ground “beef”
– Vegan cheese sauce
– Lettuce
– Vegan sour cream
– Spicy ranch sauce (veganized, of course)

Wrap that hard shell in a soft tortilla blanket, stuff it with all the goodies, and prepare for a texture explosion in your mouth.

Pro tip: Eat this over a plate. Trust me, your lap will thank you later.

Quesadilla

Sometimes, simplicity is key. And nothing says simple like a good ol’ quesadilla.

You’ll need:
– Large flour tortillas
– Vegan cheese shreds
– Jalapeños (optional, but recommended for the brave)

Sprinkle that cheese between two tortillas like you’re making a sandwich fit for a king. Griddle until golden and crispy.

I like to add some jalapeños for that extra kick. It’s like a spicy hug for your tongue!

Chalupa

Chalupa: fun to say, even more fun to eat. Let’s make it vegan-style!

You’ll need:
– Fry bread or flatbread
– Vegan ground “beef”
– Lettuce
– Tomatoes
– Vegan cheese shreds
– Vegan sour cream

Crisp up that bread, then pile on the toppings like you’re building a delicious skyscraper.

True story: I once dropped a chalupa on my white shirt right before a date. Pro tip: Maybe don’t wear white while eating these. Or do, and call it a fashion statement. You do you!

Cinnamon Twists

Who says we can’t have dessert at Taco Bell? These cinnamon twists are so good, you might forget about the main course.

You’ll need:
– Vegan puff pastry
– Cinnamon sugar

Twist that pastry, bake it till golden, then roll it in cinnamon sugar like you’re bedazzling your taste buds.

Warning: These are addictive. I once ate an entire batch while binge-watching “The Great British Bake Off.” No regrets.

Potato Soft Taco

Ah, the humble potato. Is there anything it can’t do? In this case, it’s pretending to be meat, and doing a darn good job of it.

You’ll need:
– Soft flour tortillas
– Diced and seasoned potatoes
– Lettuce
– Vegan cheese sauce
– Chipotle sauce (veganized, of course)

Fry those taters till they’re crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Stuff ’em in a tortilla with the other goodies, and you’ve got yourself a carb-lover’s dream.

Fun fact: Potatoes have more potassium than bananas. So really, this is a health food. You’re welcome.

Black Bean Quesarito

Last but not least, we have the quesarito. It’s like a burrito and a quesadilla had a baby, and that baby was delicious.

You’ll need:
– Large flour tortillas
– Black beans
– Rice
– Vegan cheese shreds
– Vegan sour cream
– Chipotle sauce

Make a quesadilla, then use it as a wrap for your burrito fillings. It’s like inception, but with food.

I once made these for a potluck, and people thought I had ordered from a restaurant. Little did they know, I was just channeling my inner Taco Bell goddess in my tiny apartment kitchen.

And there you have it, folks! Ten Taco Bell-inspired vegan recipes that’ll make you say “Yo quiero Taco Bell” in your very own cocina.

Remember, cooking is all about having fun and making a mess (preferably a delicious one). Don’t stress if your crunchwrap doesn’t look Instagram-perfect – as long as it tastes good, you’re winning at life.

So, are you ready to dive into these recipes faster than a teenager diving into their phone? Trust me, your taste buds will thank you, your wallet will thank you, and the cows will definitely thank you.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, all this talk of Taco Bell has made me hungry. I’m off to make a mountain of cinnamon twists and binge-watch cooking shows. Because that’s what adulting looks like in my world. Happy cooking, vegan warriors! 🌮🌱