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Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce

Category: Easy Party Snacks

Craved Taco Bell's sauce and finally nailed this copycat! Takes 10 minutes tops and tastes just like the real thing. The ranch base is key, while jalapeños give it that perfect kick without being too hot. Made a big batch for taco night and everyone kept dunking everything in it. It's even better the next day once the flavors mix. Great on literally anything - quesadillas, tacos, even as a dip. Store it in the fridge and it lasts about a week. Way better than buying packets.
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Last updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:07:13 GMT
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This copycat Taco Bell sauce has become my kitchen superstar. I spent weeks getting the blend just right balancing ranch tangy heat and a touch of sweetness. Now my family begs for it on everything from quesadillas to dipping veggies.

What Makes This Sauce Special

You'll love how quick this sauce comes together. I keep a bottle ready in my fridge for taco nights sandwiches and even salad dressing. The creamy ranch base with that perfect kick of heat makes everything taste better.

What You'll Need

  • 1 cup Hidden Valley Ranch
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon each onion salt and garlic salt
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped
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Let's Make It

Step 1
Pour your ranch into a bowl.
Step 2
Add cayenne, paprika, cocoa, sugar, cumin, and salts.
Step 3
Drop in your hot sauce and chopped jalapeño.
Step 4
Blend everything until smooth.
Step 5
Pour into a squeeze bottle and refrigerate.

Family Friendly Favorite

Kids love it on cheese quesadillas while adults enjoy its bold kick. This sauce brings everyone to the table.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How long does this sauce last?
When made with bottled ranch dressing, the sauce keeps for up to 6 months in the fridge. If using homemade ranch, the shelf life will be shorter.
→ What can I use this sauce on?
This versatile sauce works great on quesadillas, tacos, chicken dishes, and salads. You can also use it as a dip for chips or spread it on sandwiches.
→ Can I adjust the spiciness?
You can control the heat by adjusting the amount of jalapeño and cayenne pepper. Start with less and add more to taste if you prefer milder flavors.
→ Which ranch dressing works best?
Original Hidden Valley Ranch Homestyle dressing gives the closest taste to Taco Bell's sauce. Other ranch brands will work but might give slightly different results.
→ Can I make this sauce without a blender?
While a blender gives the smoothest results, you can finely mince the jalapeño and whisk ingredients together. The texture will be slightly different but still tasty.

Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce

Recreate Taco Bell's famous orange quesadilla sauce at home. This sweet and spicy ranch sauce works great on quesadillas, tacos, and chicken dishes.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
5 Minutes
By: Mina


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Mexican

Yield: 32 Servings (2 cups)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 cup original Hidden Valley ranch dressing.
02 1/2 fresh jalapeño or 1 tbsp pickled jalapeños.
03 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
04 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
05 1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder.
06 2 teaspoons sugar.
07 3 teaspoons sriracha sauce.
08 1/2 teaspoon onion salt.
09 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt.
10 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin.

Instructions

Step 01

Add all ingredients to a measuring cup or bowl.

Step 02

Use a hand blender to mix until smooth and the jalapeño is fully pureed.

Step 03

Transfer to a squeeze bottle and keep in the fridge.

Notes

  1. Use garlic and onion powder plus salt instead of garlic/onion salt if needed.
  2. Hidden Valley Ranch gives the most authentic flavor.
  3. Sauce lasts 6 months with bottled ranch, less with homemade.

Tools You'll Need

  • Hand blender.
  • Measuring cup.
  • Squeeze bottle.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.
  • Eggs.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 76
  • Total Fat: 8 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
  • Protein: 1 g