Take a flavorful trip down memory lane with this Mexican Pizza Retro Pizza Hut Style recipe, a homemade twist on the beloved classic. Featuring a golden, perfectly crisp fried crust, this pizza is layered with savory refried beans, zesty pizza sauce, and seasoned ground beef, then topped with a generous blanket of melted Mexican blend cheese. Fresh toppings like Roma tomatoes, green onions, black olives, and pickled jalapeños add vibrant color and a punch of flavor. Recreate the crunchy-cheesy nostalgia in your own kitchen with simple ingredients and a few easy steps. Perfect for Taco Tuesday with a twist or a fun weekend dinner, this retro-inspired taco pizza is sure to be a family favorite!
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, and olive oil. Mix until the dough comes together, then knead on a lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the beef topping by browning the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease, then stir in taco seasoning. Set aside.
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin 12-inch circle.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add one pizza crust at a time and fry for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
Spread a thin layer of refried beans over each crust, followed by a layer of pizza sauce.
Sprinkle the seasoned ground beef evenly over the pizzas and top with shredded cheese.
Transfer the pizzas to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped tomatoes, green onions, black olives, and jalapeño slices.
Slice and serve immediately to enjoy the crispy, cheesy, nostalgic delight!
Calories |
4321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 277.6 g | 356% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.4 g | 437% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 71.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 9249 mg | 402% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 316.0 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 156.1 g | 312% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1843 mg | 142% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 3454 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.