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- Taco Bell sides and desserts menu with prices (October 2026)
- Nacho Fries price and calories
- Beans, rice and other sides
- Taco Bell desserts and sweets
- Taco Bell sauces: what's free and what costs extra
- Lowest-calorie sides and sweets
- Cheapest sides and sweets, with value per dollar
- Ordering tips for sides and sweets
- Allergen notes for sides and sweets
Quick answer: On the Taco Bell sides and desserts menu, Nacho Fries cost $2.89 (350 calories), Cinnamon Twists $1.69 (170 calories), Cinnabon Delights $2.89 for 2 or $7.59 for 12, and the Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada $3.49. Black Beans are the lightest side at 50 calories, and Mild, Hot, Fire and Diablo sauce packets are free, per October 2026 U.S. online prices.
Sides, sweets and sauces are where small add-ons quietly change the total on a Taco Bell order, in both dollars and calories. This page lists every one with its price and calories, explains the Nacho Fries lineup, compares pack sizes for Cinnabon Delights and sorts the sauces into free, light and creamy. Main dishes are on the complete Taco Bell menu page.
Taco Bell sides and desserts menu with prices (October 2026)
Sides and snacks
Chips and Guacamole
Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce
Hash Brown
Nacho Fries
Large Nacho Fries
Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries
Black Beans
Black Beans and Rice
Pintos N Cheese
Price list table (9 items)
| Menu item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chips and Guacamole | $3.79 | 230 |
| Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce | $2.99 | 220 |
| Hash Brown | $1.99 | 170 |
| Nacho Fries | $2.89 | 350 |
| Large Nacho Fries | $3.89 | 500 |
| Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries | $5.49 | 500 |
| Black Beans | $2.59 | 50 |
| Black Beans and Rice | $2.99 | 160 |
| Pintos N Cheese | $2.99 | 170 |
Note: This is an unofficial guide that is not affiliated with Taco Bell. Prices reflect the U.S. online menu in October 2026 and vary by location; delivery apps usually charge more.
Nacho Fries price and calories
Regular Nacho Fries cost $2.89 and have 350 calories. They are fries seasoned with bold Mexican spices and served with a nacho cheese dipping sauce. Nacho Fries became a permanent menu item in 2026, announced in March, after earlier runs as a limited-time item.
| Nacho Fries option | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Nacho Fries | $2.89 | 350 |
| Large Nacho Fries | $3.89 | 500 |
| Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries | $5.49 | 500 |
The large size adds 150 calories for $1.00, slightly more food per dollar than the regular. The Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries launched October 15, 2026 for a limited time, topping the fries with slow-roasted chicken, pico de gallo, three-cheese blend, nacho cheese sauce and Creamy Sriracha Sauce. They have 13 grams of protein and 1,170 mg of sodium. Other fall launches are on the new Taco Bell menu items page.
Tip: A popular fan hack is putting Nacho Fries inside a burrito. Order a side of fries and tuck them in, or ask the store whether it can add them for you.
Beans, rice and other sides
- Black Beans ($2.59, 50 calories): the lowest-calorie food item on the menu.
- Black Beans and Rice ($2.99, 160 calories): a filling side that also works as a base for a meatless meal.
- Pintos N Cheese ($2.99, 170 calories): beans topped with red sauce and cheddar.
- Hash Brown ($1.99, 170 calories): listed with sides and on the Taco Bell breakfast menu; availability after 11 AM depends on the store.
- Chips and Guacamole ($3.79) and Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce ($2.99): compared with the other chip options on the nachos and quesadillas page.
Every side in this list is vegetarian as listed.
Taco Bell desserts and sweets
Cinnamon Twists
Cinnabon Delights (2 Pack)
Cinnabon Delights (12 Pack)
Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada
Price list table (4 items)
| Menu item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Twists | $1.69 | 170 |
| Cinnabon Delights (2 Pack) | $2.89 | 170 |
| Cinnabon Delights (12 Pack) | $7.59 | 1010 |
| Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada | $3.49 | 290 |
Taco Bell keeps its dessert list short: Cinnamon Twists, Cinnabon Delights and the limited-time Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada.
- Cinnamon Twists ($1.69, 170 calories): light, crispy twists dusted with cinnamon sugar. They are the cheapest dessert and come in the $5, $7 and $9 Luxe Boxes; compare the boxes on the Luxe Box deals page.
- Cinnabon Delights: warm, doughnut-style bites filled with Cinnabon frosting and coated in cinnamon sugar. They are also sold during breakfast.
- Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada ($3.49, 290 calories): a limited-time dessert, vegetarian as listed.
Cinnabon Delights: 2-pack vs 12-pack
| Pack | Price | Calories | Price per Delight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Pack | $2.89 | 170 | About $1.45 |
| 12 Pack | $7.59 | 1,010 | About $0.63 |
Six 2-packs would cost $17.34, so the 12-pack saves $9.75 for a group. At 1,010 calories, though, the 12-pack is the highest-calorie single item on the entire menu, so it is meant for sharing.
Taco Bell's 2026 plans also named Mexican Pizza-inspired empanadas and a Mountain Dew Baja Midnight Pie. Neither appears on the October 2026 online menu used for this guide, so ask your store before planning on them.
Taco Bell sauces: what's free and what costs extra
Avocado Verde Salsa (packet)
Breakfast Salsa
Guacamole (add-on)
Nacho Cheese Sauce (side)
Reduced-Fat Sour Cream (side)
Avocado Ranch Sauce
Spicy Ranch
Creamy Jalapeño Sauce
Chipotle Sauce
Creamy Sriracha Sauce
Red Sauce
Jalapeño Peppers
Mild, Hot, Fire & Diablo Sauce Packets
Price list table (13 items)
| Menu item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Avocado Verde Salsa (packet) | $0.29 | 50 |
| Breakfast Salsa | Free | 0 |
| Guacamole (add-on) | $1.39 | 70 |
| Nacho Cheese Sauce (side) | $1.29 | 60 |
| Reduced-Fat Sour Cream (side) | $0.99 | 35 |
| Avocado Ranch Sauce | $0.79 | 220 |
| Spicy Ranch | $0.79 | 200 |
| Creamy Jalapeño Sauce | $0.79 | 180 |
| Chipotle Sauce | $0.79 | 200 |
| Creamy Sriracha Sauce | $0.60 | 210 |
| Red Sauce | $0.45 | 15 |
| Jalapeño Peppers | $0.65 | 0 |
| Mild, Hot, Fire & Diablo Sauce Packets | Free | 0 |
Sauces are where calories add up fastest. The packets are free, but a side of creamy sauce can add as many calories as a taco.
| Group | Sauces and add-ons | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Mild, Hot, Fire and Diablo packets; Breakfast Salsa (mornings) | $0.00 | 0 |
| Light | Red Sauce, Jalapeño Peppers, Reduced-Fat Sour Cream, Avocado Verde Salsa | $0.29–$0.99 | 0–50 |
| Dips | Nacho Cheese Sauce side, Guacamole add-on | $1.29–$1.39 | 60–70 |
| Creamy | Creamy Jalapeño, Spicy Ranch, Chipotle, Creamy Sriracha, Avocado Ranch | $0.60–$0.79 | 180–220 |
Avocado Ranch is the richest sauce at 220 calories per side. Swapping it for a few Diablo or Fire packets saves 220 calories and $0.79.
How sauces change your order
A Crunchy Taco has 170 calories. Add a side of Spicy Ranch (200 calories) and the total becomes 370, more than double. Do the same with Red Sauce (15 calories) and the taco stays under 200. For flavor without the jump, lean on the free packets, Red Sauce, jalapeños or Avocado Verde Salsa.
Lowest-calorie sides and sweets
If you want something extra without a big calorie jump, these come in at 170 calories or less:
- Black Beans: 50
- Black Beans and Rice: 160
- Pintos N Cheese, Cinnamon Twists, Cinnabon Delights 2 Pack and Hash Brown: 170 each
At the top end are the Cinnabon Delights 12 Pack (1,010) and both the Large Nacho Fries and Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries (500 each). More light picks are in the healthiest Taco Bell items guide.
Cheapest sides and sweets, with value per dollar
| Item | Price | Calories | Calories per $1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Twists | $1.69 | 170 | 101 |
| Hash Brown | $1.99 | 170 | 85 |
| Black Beans | $2.59 | 50 | 19 |
| Nacho Fries | $2.89 | 350 | 121 |
| Cinnabon Delights (2 Pack) | $2.89 | 170 | 59 |
| Large Nacho Fries | $3.89 | 500 | 129 |
| Cinnabon Delights (12 Pack) | $7.59 | 1,010 | 133 |
For a cheap add-on, Cinnamon Twists win on price. For the most food per dollar, Large Nacho Fries lead among savory sides and the 12-pack of Cinnabon Delights leads overall. Black Beans rank last on value but first for keeping calories low.
Ordering tips for sides and sweets
- Get twists in a box: the $5 Classic Luxe Box already includes Cinnamon Twists with a Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, a Crunchy Taco and a medium drink.
- Size up to share: Large Nacho Fries cost $1.00 more than regular and add 150 calories, which is enough for two people to split.
- Morning extras: Breakfast Salsa is free during breakfast hours, and Cinnabon Delights are on the breakfast menu too.
- Watch for new sweets: limited-time desserts rotate every few weeks, and Taco Bell Rewards members often see them first in the app.
Allergen notes for sides and sweets
Cinnamon Twists and Cinnabon Delights contain wheat, and the Nacho Fries seasoning is reported to contain wheat. Taco Bell kitchens share equipment and fryer oil, so cross-contact is possible. Black beans and rice are what gluten-avoiders commonly build around, but nothing at Taco Bell is certified gluten-free; see the Taco Bell allergen guide for details.
A sweet treat pairs naturally with a Freeze or a Baja Blast; prices for both are on the Taco Bell drinks menu page.
Key takeaways
- The Taco Bell sides and desserts menu starts at $1.69 for Cinnamon Twists.
- Nacho Fries are now permanent at $2.89 (350 calories) or $3.89 for a large.
- The Cinnabon Delights 12-pack costs about $0.63 per piece versus about $1.45 in the 2-pack.
- Sauce packets are free; creamy sauces add 180 to 220 calories per side.
