Apple Pie Tacos Recipe
Apple Pie Tacos are a delightful dessert that combines the comforting flavors of classic apple pie with the fun shape of tacos. Crispy, cinnamon-vanilla coated tortilla shells are filled with warm, creamy apple pie filling and topped with luscious whipped cream and caramel sauce for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Taco Shells
- 6 small flour tortillas (4.5-inch street taco size)
- ⅓ cup salted butter, melted
- ¾ cup finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs (or graham cracker crumbs)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (or apple pie spice)
Filling
- 20 oz canned apple pie filling (or fresh sautéed apples)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prep Your Taco Shells: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously brush both sides of each flour tortilla with melted butter. In a shallow dish, mix the finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs with ground cinnamon. Press each buttered tortilla into the crumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Place the coated tortillas on a wire rack and let rest for 5 minutes to allow the crumbs to set.
- Shape & Bake: Drape the coated tortillas over the bars of your oven rack or use a mold such as an upside-down muffin tin to create the taco shape. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the tortillas turn golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes to crisp further.
- Warm the Filling: While the shells bake, combine the canned apple pie filling and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until the filling is warmed through, bubbly, and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg at this stage.
- Assemble Your Tacos: Spoon the warm apple filling into the cooled, crispy taco shells. Allow some filling to overflow for extra indulgence. Finish by topping the tacos with whipped cream and drizzling caramel sauce over the top if desired.
Notes
- You can use graham cracker crumbs instead of vanilla wafer crumbs if preferred.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use dairy-free whipped cream.
- If fresh apples are preferred, sauté diced apples with cinnamon and sugar until tender instead of using canned apple pie filling.
- Allowing the shells to cool slightly helps them crisp up better for a perfect crunch.
- This dessert can be prepared in advance by making the shells and warming the filling right before serving.
Keywords: Apple Pie, Dessert Tacos, Cinnamon, Fall Dessert, Crispy Taco Shells, Whipped Cream, Caramel Sauce
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