Crispy Baked Cheese & Pepper Taquitos with Avocado Lime Crema
Crispy Baked Cheese & Pepper Taquitos with Avocado Lime Crema are easy, crunchy snacks that come together quickly and taste fantastic hot from the oven.
Ingredients
For the taquitos
- 8 pieces corn tortillas Warmed to roll easily
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, mozzarella)
- 1 piece bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Olive oil spray For spraying before baking
For the avocado lime crema
- 1 piece avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the cheese, chopped bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture onto each tortilla, then roll them tightly and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Spray the taquitos lightly with olive oil.
Baking
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Making the crema
- For the crema, mash the avocado in a bowl, and mix in sour cream, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
Serving
- Serve the taquitos hot with the avocado lime crema on the side for dipping.
- Add lime wedges and chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
Cool the taquitos completely before storing. Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven for 8–10 minutes to keep them crisp. Do not freeze the avocado crema; make it fresh when serving. Warm tortillas briefly to prevent cracking when rolling. Use a light spray of oil for even browning.