Ingredients
Method
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the 4 ounces of cream cheese and whisk until softened and creamy.
- Slowly stir in 1/4 cup of heavy whipping cream, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth. Use a blender for a very smooth sauce if desired.
- Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese in small handfuls, stirring until melted. Adjust thickness with a splash of cream if needed and season with salt and black pepper.
- Tip: For smoky kick, add smoked paprika or chipotle in adobo.
Beef Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned (about 7–9 minutes).
- Drain excess fat, stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Simmer until sauce thickens.
- Tip: Add roasted bell peppers and onions for extra flavor.
Tortillas Crisping
- Warm each low-carb tortilla in a dry skillet for 20–30 seconds per side.
- For extra crispness, light pan-fry each tortilla in a little butter for 30–45 seconds per side.
- Tip: Test one tortilla first; warming gently might be enough for fragile kinds.
Crunchwrap Assembly
- Lay a warm tortilla flat. Add about 1/4 cup of the cheese sauce in the center.
- Add about 1/3 cup of seasoned beef, extra cheddar, shredded lettuce, tomato slices, sour cream, cilantro, and jalapeño slices.
- Fold the edges of the tortilla up toward the center to form a sealed pocket.
- Tip: Keep fillings compact to make folding easier.
Crunchwrap Cooking
- Heat a skillet with a pat of butter or oil. Cook the folded crunchwrap seam-side down for 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Flip and cook the other side for another 2–3 minutes until crispy.
- Tip: Finish in a 350°F oven for even heating.
Serving
- Slice each crunchwrap in half and garnish with cilantro and sour cream. Serve with lime wedges or salsa.
- Tip: Adapt fillings seasonally, adding roasted butternut squash or fresh avocado.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. To freeze, wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
