Description
Crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated tortilla shells filled with a creamy, spiced pumpkin filling—handheld, festive, and utterly irresistible. A perfect mix of nostalgia and playfulness for Friendsgiving, fall potlucks, or just a special weeknight treat.
Ingredients
For the Shells:
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8 small flour tortillas (street taco size; gluten-free optional)
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¼ cup melted butter
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¼ cup sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon, mixed
For the Filling:
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1½ cups canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
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½ cup cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sweetened condensed milk (or ½ cup powdered sugar + 2–3 tbsp milk)
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1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or homemade: ½ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp ginger, ⅛ tsp nutmeg, ⅛ tsp allspice/cloves)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
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Whipped cream
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Crushed graham crackers
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Chopped pecans
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Caramel or chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven & Prep
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt butter in another bowl.
Step 2: Shape Shells
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Cut tortillas into circles (~5–6 inches).
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Brush both sides with melted butter, then coat evenly with cinnamon sugar.
Step 3: Bake the Shells
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Drape each tortilla over two bars of your oven rack for a taco shape.
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Bake 7–9 minutes until lightly browned and firm. Cool completely on the rack to crisp.
Step 4: Make the Filling
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In a medium bowl, beat pumpkin purée, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until smooth.
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Chill in the fridge 20–30 minutes to firm up.
Step 5: Assemble the Tacos
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Pipe or spoon chilled filling into each shell.
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Top with whipped cream, graham crackers, pecans, and/or a drizzle of caramel or chocolate.
Notes
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Crisp shells: Ensure tortillas are fully cool before filling.
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No cracks: Let tortillas reach room temp; microwave 15–20 sec if needed for pliability.
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Make-ahead: Shells and filling can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Assemble just before serving.
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Corn tortillas: Not recommended—they aren’t as pliable and have a stronger flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180–220 cal Per Serving
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 3–4g