If you’ve ever tried Taco Bell’s Chicken Quesadilla, you’ve had the pleasure of savoring their delicious Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce. This creamy condiment is rich with just the right amount of heat on the back end and is the cherry on top of a great Tex-Mex meal. Taco Bell uses their Chipotle Sauce on Quesaritos and Quesadillas, but you can request it on almost anything.
Did you know you can make a Copycat Taco Bell Chipotle Sauce Recipe in just five minutes for a fraction of the price? It’s true! With a few simple ingredients, you’ll have an entire bowl of creamy sauce perfect for topping nachos, tacos, fajitas, quesadillas, wraps, and more.
The best part of this recipe is that you can adjust the heat to your liking. Whether you’re a fire-breather or prefer to walk on the safe side, our Copycat Taco Bell Chipotle Sauce Recipe will leave you wanting more.
Do You Know Your Taco Bell Trivia?
Impress your friends with these little-known facts about America’s favorite taco chain.
- Glen Bell is the man behind the magic, with his first creation being the crunchy taco in 1951.
- In 1954, Glen Bell opened his first drive-in located in California. And By 1970, Taco Bell was a national favorite, opening over 325 restaurants.
- Taco Bell was among the first to hire female managers. Now, that’s girl power!
- Taco Bell has many cult favorites, but it states that Nacho Fries are, hands-down, the most frequently ordered item.
- In 1990, Taco Bell made history by offering a $.59, $.79, and $.99 menu. We wish those prices still existed!
- Taco Bell’s original menu included chili burgers, which were similar to sloppy joes.
- Though most Taco Bells are silent, the first restaurants had live mariachi bands…and a fire pit.
- The Taco Bell chihuahua, Gidget, played Bruiser’s Mom in Legally Blonde 2: Red, White, and Blonde.
Cost Benefits of Making Our Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce Recipe
If you visit Taco Bell, you can purchase a 1.5-ounce container of Chipotle Sauce for $.65. Some stores also carry a 12-ounce bottle of sauce for around $3, but foodies report it doesn’t taste the same. In comparison, our Copycat Taco Bell Chipotle Sauce recipe gives you approximately 4 ounces of sauce for just $1.41 and tastes just like the original. Keep in mind that this cost may differ based on locale.
Here’s how that breaks down:
- Mayonnaise: $0.30
- Pickled jalapeño juice: $0.10
- Minced pickled jalapeños: $0.20
- Garlic powder: $0.10
- Onion powder: $0.10
- Chili powder: $0.05
- Cumin: $0.10
- Smoked paprika: $0.40
- Cayenne pepper: $0.05
- Salt: $0.01
Grand Total: $1.41
This total doesn’t even mention the time saved by not waiting in the fast food line! Since this recipe makes enough to share with friends, we foresee lots of fiestas in your future.
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How to Make Our Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce Recipe
Here’s how to make a mouth-watering batch of Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce in one easy step. Be sure to read the notes on how to customize this sauce to fit your personal preferences.
Step One: Make the Sauce
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickled jalapeno juice, minced pickled jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt until homogenous.
If you prefer an ultra-smooth sauce, use a food processor or Magic Bullet. Use it to top your favorite Tex-Mex food!
What to Serve With Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce
This sauce is a great condiment that can be used on almost anything. Our favorite way to use it is on our Copycat Taco Bell Quesadillas. You can also use it to top a plate of nachos, street tacos, or wraps. You can even thin it with some water for a unique salad dressing! The sky’s the limit.
Storing Leftover Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce Recipe
Leftover sauce can be stored in the fridge for about 5 days. We don’t recommend freezing it, as the texture will be too different once thawed. With all the ways to use this recipe, we can’t imagine you’ll need the freezer anyway.
Customization Options
Feel free to make this recipe your own by adding a few special touches. Here’s some inspiration to get you started:
- Add a teaspoon of chilis in adobo sauce if you prefer a smoky sauce.
- If you’re sensitive to heat, use 1 tablespoon of pickled jalapeno juice and 1 tablespoon of minced pickled jalapenos.
- If you want more heat, swap the jalapenos for habanero or even ghost peppers.
- If you’re vegan, swap the mayonnaise for your favorite vegan alternative.
- Feel free to use ½ clove of fresh-pressed garlic instead of garlic powder.
- Add ¼ cup sour cream or vegan sour cream if you prefer a thinner sauce.
- For a fresh effect, add 1-2 tablespoons of minced cilantro.
Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce Recipe
Taco Bell has perfected not only the quesadilla but also the special sauce that is inside of it, known as the chipotle sauce. This creamy sauce brings out some great flavors in a warm quesadilla and is a perfect topping for any copycat quesadilla, burrito, or tacos.
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons juice from jar of pickled jalapeños
- 3 tablespoons minced pickled jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickled jalapeno juice, minced pickled jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt until homogenous.
If you prefer an ultra-smooth sauce, use a food processor or Magic Bullet. Use to top your favorite Tex-Mex food!
Enjoy this sauce with any of our Taco Bell copycat recipes or combine this with our Chicken McNugget or Snack Wrap recipes for the ultimate crossover. 🤯