Apple Pie Tacos
Why Make This Recipe
What’s better than apple pie? Apple Pie Tacos, of course! Seriously, if you’ve never thought about wrapping up your favorite pie filling in a crispy tortilla before, you’re in for a treat. This fusion dessert brings together the best of both worlds: the warm, sweet flavors of apple pie and the crispy, fun-to-eat format of tacos. Plus, it’s a total showstopper for gatherings and your taste buds will thank you! 🌟
How to Make Apple Pie Tacos
Let’s cut to the chase. Making Apple Pie Tacos is super easy and totally worth it. Here’s how you can whip them up:
- Get ready to bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Butter it up: Brush both sides of your tortillas with melted butter. Don’t be shy—this step adds that tasty crisp!
- Mix it up: Combine crushed vanilla wafers and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Trust me, this mix is the secret sauce.
- Coat those tortillas: Press your buttered tortillas into the crumb mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
- Let it set: Let the coated tortillas hang out on a wire rack for about 5 minutes. This helps the crumbs stick.
- Shape them up: Drape the tortillas over the bars of your oven rack or use a taco mold (an upside-down muffin tin is a total lifesaver!).
- Bake away: Pop them in the oven for 8-10 minutes until they’re golden and crispy.
- Cool it: Remove them and let cool for about 5 minutes to crisp up even more.
- Fill ‘er up: In a saucepan, warm up your apple pie filling with heavy cream until everything is bubbly and aromatic (about 5 minutes). You can totally throw in a pinch of nutmeg for that extra cozy vibe.
- Spoon it on: Spoon the warm apple goodness into your crispy shells and let some overflow because—let’s be real—it’s all about the indulgence!
- Top it off: Finally, go wild with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce if you want to live your best life. 🍏✨
Ingredients
- 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)
- 20 oz canned apple pie filling (or fresh sautéed apples)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
- Whipped cream and caramel sauce (optional, for topping)
How to Serve Apple Pie Tacos
When it comes to serving these delightful Apple Pie Tacos, the aesthetics matter! You can arrange them on a colorful platter, sprinkle some extra cinnamon or even a dusting of powdered sugar for a Pinterest-worthy touch. Serve them warm for the ultimate experience and encourage your guests to dive right in! 😋 Don’t forget the whipped cream and caramel—it takes these babies to the next level.
How to Store Apple Pie Tacos
If, by some miracle, you have leftovers (seriously, good luck with that), store the components separately. Keep the crispy taco shells in an airtight container and let them hang out at room temperature. As for any leftover apple filling, stash it in the fridge. Tip: Reheat the filling before you fill those tacos again—they’re best when warm!
Tips to Make Apple Pie Tacos
- Tortilla Options: Flour tortillas give you a nice chewy layer, but feel free to switch it up with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Extra Cravings: Not a fan of apple filling? Try adding other fruit fillings like cherry or peach for a fun twist.
- Sweeten it Up: If you want to bring the sweetness up a notch, you can mix a bit of sugar into the crushed cookies!
Variation
Want to take it up a notch? Try adding some cinnamon ice cream to your Apple Pie Tacos! Seriously, just imagine that warm, gooey apple filling paired with cold ice cream—pure magic! 🎩✨ You could also turn these into a breakfast treat by using a pancake instead of a tortilla and filling them with sautéed apples and cream cheese.
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh apples instead of canned filling?
Absolutely! Just sauté them with some sugar and spices until soft. You’ll get the freshest flavor this way!
2. Can I make these ahead of time?
You can prepare the shells and filling separately, but I recommend baking the shells just before serving to keep them crispy.
3. How long do leftovers last?
If properly stored, the filling lasts about 3-4 days in the fridge, but let’s be honest—you probably won’t have leftovers! 😄
Give these Apple Pie Tacos a whirl, and your dessert game will be forever changed! Happy cooking! 🍏🌮
Apple Pie Tacos
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush both sides of your tortillas with melted butter.
- Combine crushed vanilla wafers and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Press your buttered tortillas into the crumb mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Let the coated tortillas hang out on a wire rack for about 5 minutes.
- Drape the tortillas over the bars of your oven rack or use a taco mold.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until they are golden and crispy.
- Remove and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, warm up your apple pie filling with heavy cream until bubbly and aromatic (about 5 minutes).
- Spoon the warm apple filling into your crispy shells, letting some overflow.
- Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
