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Easy Apple Pie Tacos

Easy Apple Pie Tacos: Quick Delight for Cozy Gatherings

Easy Apple Pie Tacos are a playful twist on a classic dessert, ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 8 Street Taco Flour Tortillas Substitute: Cut larger tortillas into quarters for bite-sized versions.
  • ⅓ cup Salted Butter Substitution: Use coconut oil for a vegan version.
For the Coating
  • ¾ cup Finely Crushed Vanilla Wafer Crumbs Substitution: Graham cracker crumbs also work beautifully.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Substitution: Apple pie spice can make a great alternative.
For the Filling
  • 20 oz Canned Apple Pie Filling Note: Freshly sautéed apples with brown sugar and lemon juice add a lovely freshness.
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream Substitution: Full-fat coconut milk works perfectly for a dairy-free option.
Optional Toppings
  • Whipped Cream Adds a deliciously sweet, fluffy layer on top.
  • Caramel Sauce A sweet drizzle that elevates the dessert experience.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Small Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt the salted butter and brush it over each tortilla. Mix vanilla wafer crumbs with ground cinnamon, then coat the buttered tortillas with this mixture.
  3. Let the coated tortillas rest for about 5 minutes.
  4. Bake the tortillas in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
  5. Cool the baked tortilla shells for 5 minutes.
  6. Combine the canned apple pie filling and heavy cream in a saucepan, heating until bubbly and fragrant.
  7. Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with the warm apple filling and topping with whipped cream and caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These tacos are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in room temperature for up to 1 day.

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