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Apple Pie Tacos

Apple Pie Tacos: Delightful Crispy Treats You’ll Love

Transform a classic favorite into fun handheld Apple Pie Tacos, perfect for sweet cravings and quick treats.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells
  • ⅓ cup salted butter melted; substitute with coconut oil for a vegan option.
  • ¾ cup finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs graham cracker crumbs work as well.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon try apple pie spice for extra flavor.
For the Filling
  • 20 oz canned apple pie filling fresh sautéed apples mixed with brown sugar and lemon juice can offer a delightful twist.
  • ¼ cup heavy cream use full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free alternative.
Toppings (Optional)
  • whipped cream adds a light, fluffy finish.
  • caramel sauce drizzle on top for sweetness; can be homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • pastry brush
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to achieve the perfect crispiness.
  2. Brush the flour tortillas generously with melted butter on both sides.
  3. Mix finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs with ground cinnamon and coat each buttered tortilla.
  4. Allow the coated tortillas to rest on a wire rack for about 5 minutes.
  5. Arrange the tortillas over the bars of your oven rack or use an upside-down muffin tin as a taco mold.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  7. Let the tortillas cool for about 5 minutes after baking.
  8. In a saucepan, combine canned apple pie filling with heavy cream over medium heat; stir until bubbly.
  9. Spoon the apple filling into the crispy taco shells.
  10. Top filled tacos with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

To prevent sogginess, allow filling to cool slightly before adding to tacos. Feel free to customize the filling with other flavors like pumpkin or cherry.

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