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Apple Pie Tacos Recipe

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These Apple Pie Tacos combine the comforting flavors of classic apple pie with the fun and portable twist of a taco. Soft flour tortillas are brushed with cinnamon sugar and baked until crisp, then filled with a warm, spiced apple filling. Topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel sauce, these tacos make a delightful dessert or snack that’s easy to prepare and irresistible.

Ingredients

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Taco Shells

  • 6 small flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Apple Filling

  • 3 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored and diced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

Toppings

  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
  • Caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the taco shells: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of each flour tortilla with melted butter. Mix the granulated sugar with ground cinnamon and sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered tortillas. Place the tortillas on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through until they’re crisp and golden. Remove and let cool in a taco shape or fold gently while warm to hold the shape.
  2. Make the apple filling: While the tortillas bake, heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced apples and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until the apples are tender and the mixture has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Assemble the tacos: Spoon the warm apple filling into each prepared tortilla shell. Be generous but avoid overfilling to prevent breaking.
  4. Add toppings and serve: Top each apple pie taco with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Drizzle with caramel sauce for extra sweetness and richness. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought caramel sauce or make your own for a more personalized flavor.
  • Fresh apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best for this recipe due to their balance of tartness and sweetness.
  • If you prefer, corn tortillas can be substituted, but flour tortillas offer the best texture for crisp baking.
  • To keep tacos crispy longer, serve immediately after assembly as the filling moisture can soften the shells over time.
  • For a vegan version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use vegan whipped topping or ice cream.

Keywords: apple pie tacos, apple dessert, baked tacos, cinnamon apples, caramel dessert, easy apple pie, fall dessert

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