Apple Pie Tacos Recipe
Delight in a whimsical twist on traditional apple pie with these Apple Pie Tacos. Crisp flour tortillas coated in buttery vanilla wafer crumbs and cinnamon are baked to golden perfection and filled with warm, spiced apple pie filling. Finished with luscious whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce, these fun and flavorful desserts are perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of each tortilla generously with melted butter. In a shallow dish, mix the crushed vanilla wafer crumbs and ground cinnamon. Press the buttered tortillas into this crumb mixture, making sure to coat both sides well. Place the coated tortillas on a wire rack and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the crumbs to set firmly.
- Shape & Bake: Drape each coated tortilla over the bars of your oven rack or use a taco molds such as an upside-down muffin tin to hold their shape. Bake the tortillas for 8 to 10 minutes until they turn golden and become crisp. Remove from the oven and let them cool for an additional 5 minutes to further crisp.
- Warm the Filling: While the shells bake, pour the apple pie filling and heavy cream into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until the mixture is warm, bubbly, and slightly thickened, approximately 5 minutes. For extra warmth and flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg during this step.
- Assemble Your Tacos: Carefully spoon the warm apple filling into the crispy taco shells, allowing some filling to overflow for extra indulgence. Finish by topping with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your delightful dessert tacos.
Notes
- Substitute graham cracker crumbs for vanilla wafers if preferred.
- Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free option.
- Fresh sautéed apples can replace canned apple pie filling for a homemade touch.
- Adding a pinch of nutmeg to the filling enhances the warm spices.
- To shape tortillas without a taco rack, an upside-down muffin tin works well as a mold.
- Serve immediately after assembling to keep the shells crisp.
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