Taco Bell is reintroducing its Caramel Apple Empanada nationwide starting November 21. A popular choice in the early 2000s, this crispy treat features a golden-brown shell filled with tender apple pieces and a rich, creamy caramel-flavored filling. USA TODAY
Taco Bell is turning back the clock with a nostalgic treat that fans have missed for years. The Caramel Apple Empanada, a golden-brown dessert filled with creamy caramel and apple chunks, is returning to the menu after being discontinued in 2019. Starting November 21, this crispy favorite will join the fast-food chain’s new Decades Menu.
The Decades Menu celebrates Taco Bell's 62-year history with a lineup of affordable classics priced under $3, each representing a different decade. Among the returning items are the Meximelt, Green Sauce Burrito, Tostada, Gordita Supreme, and the highly anticipated Caramel Apple Empanada. Taco Bell describes the menu as a way to bring together longtime fans who cherish these iconic flavors and introduce them to a new generation.
The Meximelt, a hit from the 1980s, features seasoned beef, pico de gallo, and a three-cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Monterey Jack, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Another standout, the Green Sauce Burrito, brings back a tangy green chili sauce paired with refried beans, onions, and cheese, a favorite from the 1970s.
The Decades Menu also includes the Gordita Supreme from the 1990s, a flatbread-wrapped delight filled with seasoned beef, reduced-fat sour cream, fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a trio of cheeses. For fans of Taco Bell's early days, the 1960s-inspired Tostada layers refried beans, red sauce, lettuce, and shredded cheese on a crunchy corn shell.
Taco Bell’s latest move taps into a growing demand for nostalgia in the fast-food world, as customers enjoy revisiting flavors that evoke fond memories. The Caramel Apple Empanada, priced at $2.99, is expected to be a major draw for dessert lovers when it officially launches later this month.
The Decades Menu reflects Taco Bell’s commitment to offering variety and value, making it easy for fans to explore the flavors that have defined the brand through the years. Whether it’s the savory warmth of the Green Sauce Burrito or the sweet satisfaction of the Caramel Apple Empanada, the menu has something to satisfy cravings for both old favorites and new discoveries.
