Description
Hey kitchen friends! Imagine your favorite cozy apple pie transformed into a crispy, handheld taco—perfect for when you want a fun twist on a classic fall treat. These Apple Pie Tacos are easy to make, deliciously warm with cinnamon-spiced apple filling, and topped with whipped cream and caramel for that extra smile-inducing touch. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients
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6 small flour tortillas (4.5-inch street taco size)
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⅓ cup salted butter, melted
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¾ cup finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs (or graham cracker crumbs)
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1 tsp ground cinnamon (or apple pie spice)
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20 oz canned apple pie filling (or fresh sautéed apples)
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¼ cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
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Whipped cream and caramel sauce (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Taco Shells
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Brush both sides of each tortilla generously with melted butter.
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Mix the crushed vanilla wafers and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
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Press tortillas into the crumb mixture, coating both sides.
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Let the coated tortillas rest on a wire rack for 5 minutes so the crumbs set.
Step 2: Shape & Bake
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Drape tortillas over the bars of your oven rack or use a taco mold (an upside-down muffin tin works great).
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Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
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Remove and let cool 5 minutes to crisp further.
Step 3: Warm the Filling
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple pie filling and heavy cream.
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Stir often until warm, bubbly, and slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
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Optional: Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Step 4: Assemble Your Tacos
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Spoon warm apple filling into crispy shells, letting some overflow for maximum yum.
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Top with whipped cream and drizzle caramel sauce.
Notes
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Keep shells crispy: Don’t add hot filling straight away—let it cool a couple minutes to avoid sogginess.
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Make ahead: Bake shells up to 2 days ahead; store airtight at room temp. Warm filling before serving.
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Avoid tearing tortillas: Brush extra butter and warm slightly if tortillas are stiff before shaping.
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Crunch boost: Double coat shells in crumbs for extra texture and flavor.
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Freeze option: Freeze baked shells in zip bags; reheat at 350°F for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 270 cal Per Serving
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g