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When folks ask me for an easy snack that always gets a huge reaction, I go with garlic butter bacon cheeseburger rollups. The blend of crispy bacon, buttery garlic, and melty cheese wrapped up in warm tortillas is just crazy good. You’ll have these prepped fast whether it's a random weeknight or a big get-together—everybody loves them.
I threw these together for a last-minute movie with my family and everyone scrambled for the last bite. These quickly made it onto our go-to snack list.
Irresistible Ingredients
- Fresh chives: you can skip them but they add color and a touch of brightness
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: gives you that classic cheese stretch in every bite
- Shredded cheddar cheese: sharp and melty, just what you want holding everything together
- Bacon: cook it crunchy then crumble so you get crispy bits throughout
- Large flour tortillas: go for the softest ones at the store so they roll right up
- Black pepper: freshly cracked adds some extra punch
- Salt: helps mellow out all that richness
- Dried parsley: use for a little herby taste, and fresh looking greens
- Garlic: fresh is best if you want lots of flavor and aroma
- Unsalted butter: pick a tasty one since it makes every bite better
Tasty How-To
- Time to Serve:
- Let them cool a bit first, so the cheese has a chance to settle. Cut each into rounds with a sharp knife and put them out on a plate to share.
- Bake:
- Give the rollups a final brush with any leftover garlic butter for a glossy look and even more taste. Slide them into the oven, middle rack, 375 degrees. Twelve to fifteen minutes later, the cheese is bubbling and the tortillas are toasty brown.
- Roll Them Up:
- Starting at one end, roll each tortilla up tightly to make spirals. Keep the roll firm so it holds together and put it seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Fill and Stack:
- Slather garlic butter all over the surface of each tortilla, don’t forget the edges. Sprinkle on bacon first, then the cheddar and mozzarella so you get good coverage. Toss on chives if you’re using them.
- Soften Tortillas:
- Lay out the tortillas flat. If they’re stiff, warm them in the microwave for about ten seconds so they don't crack when you roll.
- Mix Garlic Butter:
- In a small bowl, stir together melted butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything’s mixed and the garlic’s broken up.
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Cheddar is the big deal here for me—it gets all gooey and sharp in the best way. My sister is obsessed, so I always make extra if she’s stopping by (never enough left, honestly). That hit of bacon and that garlicky smell just bring me back to hangouts at my folks’ place.
Simple Storage
Pop any extras into a sealed container in the fridge—they’ll be good for three days. Warm them in the oven at 350 for about five minutes; they’ll crisp up again way better than if you microwave them, which tends to turn them soft.
Swaps and Tweaks
Want more creaminess or bite? Try pepper jack or Monterey Jack in the mix. To make them smoky or meat-free, use turkey bacon or veggie bacon. Garlic powder does work if you’re in a rush, but go fresh if you want a really strong kick.
Fun Ways to Serve
These are great solo but even better with extra sides. Dunk them in a zippy dip like ranch or spoon on some burger sauce. Crunchy pickles or a bright green salad go really well on the side for a fresh bite.
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Roots and Inspiration
This blend brings together old-school American burger flavors with the fun of hand-held snacks. Think classic diner meets Tex-Mex wrap—a true favorite at parties, potlucks, or backyard hangs.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses should I use?
Use cheddar and mozzarella for their melting magic and flavor. For something different, pepper jack is a great choice.
- → Can I prepare these earlier?
Totally! Put them together beforehand, refrigerate, and bake them later so they stay fresh and crispy.
- → How can I stop my rollups from breaking apart?
Keep the seam side facing down on your baking tray, and they’ll hold together nicely.
- → What dips can I serve with these?
They pair great with ranch, BBQ sauce, or even a creamy garlic dip.
- → What’s a good replacement for bacon?
You can swap in turkey bacon or try plant-based options for a dietary-friendly twist.
- → Can I use corn tortillas instead?
Flour ones work best since they stay soft, but warmed corn tortillas can work too if you’re careful to keep them from cracking.