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June 20, 2023

Apple Pie Tacos

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Apple Pie Tacos – Get your tastebuds ready for the most fun and festive fall dessert recipe experience – Apple Pie Tacos! They are made with a gooey cinnamon apple pie filling inside a crunchy sweet taco shell made with a cinnamon-y sugar mixture for the ultimate fall feast.

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Who would have thought that you can make sweet tacos with a stunning apple pie filling? This cinnamon sugar-coated tortilla shell loaded with apple pie filling creates the most unforgettable fall apple dessert experience. Top them with vanilla ice-cream or whipped topping and caramel sauce, and enjoy these luscious apple pie tacos all season long. Let’s get to baking!

This post is about how to bake Apple Pie Tacos inside sweet taco shells.

DESSERT TACOS

Fall apple season is here and what better way to use them than to bake them into small sized dessert tacos? I love the idea that you can take the original savory Mexican tacos and turn them into luscious dessert tacos. It is such a fun dessert that can be made after dinner. It is absolutely going to become your new favorite fall dessert. If one of your fall activities include apple picking this season, try out these amazingly delicious dessert tacos made with fall apples. The shells of these tacos are made from small tortillas coated in butter and sugar-cinnamon mixture. Then baked to a crunchy perfection. Whether you’re going to make these luscious apple pie dessert tacos or apple cider whoopie pies, you’ve come to the right place if you want to bake some fall goodies.

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WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

If you love fall apple desserts, you are going to write this recipe in your recipe book. Here’s why :

  • This apple pie tacos recipe is unique and tastes just like fall in a hand-held dessert
  • Easy fall dessert recipe that is so simple to make and require wholesome ingredients
  • The texture of these dessert tacos is remarkable! Crunchy, soft, gooey and crispy in a small bite
  • Perfect treat for a fall party, Thanksgiving dinner, Cinco de Mayo celebration, or Taco Tuesday

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INGREDIENTS NOTES

Here are all the ingredients you’ll need to make this easy dessert recipe :

For The Taco Shells

Small Flour Tortillas

Unsalted Butter

Granulated Sugar

Ground Cinnamon

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For The Apple Pie Filling

Medium-Sized Apples

Unsalted Butter

Brown Sugar

Ground Cinnamon

Ground Nutmeg

Lemon Juice

All-Purpose Flour

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For The Topping

Whipped Cream (or Vanilla Ice Cream)

Caramel Sauce

How To Make Apple Pie Tacos

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Taco Shells:

Brush both sides of each flour tortilla with melted butter.

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In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.

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Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered tortillas.

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Gently press each tortilla into the shape of a taco shell.

Place the shaped tortillas on a baking sheet or press the taco in an upside down muffin tin and bake for about 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.

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Prepare the Apple Pie Filling:

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

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Add the diced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to the skillet.

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Cook the apples for about 5 minutes until they are slightly softened.

In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and flour. Add this mixture to the skillet and stir well.

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Continue cooking the apple mixture for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Assemble the Apple Pie Tacos:

Spoon the apple pie filling into each prepared taco shell.

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Optionally, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Drizzle with caramel sauce for an extra touch of sweetness.

Serve and Enjoy!

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Expert Tips

Use any apples you have. You can use any type of apple that you prefer, but a tart apple like Granny Smith works best for this recipe.

Choose different tortillas. If you don’t have flour tortillas, you can use corn tortillas or even pre-made taco shells.

Add more crunch. If you want to add some crunch to the tacos, you can sprinkle some chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts over the filling before topping with whipped cream or ice cream. Use chocolate chips or butterscotch chips if you want to make them crunchier and sweeter.

Store and make them in advance. To save time, you can prepare the apple pie filling in advance and reheat it before serving. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container in the fridge.

Use toppings of your choice. If you don’t have caramel sauce, you can use honey, maple syrup or chocolate sauce as a topping.

RECIPE FAQ’S

CAN I USE A DIFFERENT FILLING?

Yes, sure! Dessert tacos can be customized by using your favorite pie filling – cherry, blueberry, strawberry. You can also add cream cheese for the filling.

HOW TO STORE APPLE PIE TACOS?

Leave them on the counter in an airtight container for up to 2 days and in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Although I recommend eating them fresh right away as they don’t store very well – the shell will loose it’s crispiness. So the best time to eat them is right away and make them fresh each time.

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Apple Pie Tacos

Apple Pie Tacos - Get your tastebuds ready for the most fun and festive fall dessert recipe experience - Apple Pie Tacos! They are made with a gooey cinnamon apple pie filling inside a crunchy sweet taco shell made with a cinnamon-y sugar mixture for the ultimate fall feast.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 tacos

Equipment

  • muffin tray
  • mixing bowl
  • sauce pan

Ingredients
  

For The Tacos Shells

  • 6 small flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For The Apple Pie Filling

  • 3 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored and diced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

For The Topping

  • Whipped Cream or Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Caramel Sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Taco Shells:

  • Brush both sides of each flour tortilla with melted butter.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
  • Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the buttered tortillas.
  • Gently press each tortilla into the shape of a taco shell.
  • Place the shaped tortillas on a baking sheet or press the taco in an upside down muffin tin and bake for about 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Prepare the Apple Pie Filling:

  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the diced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to the skillet.
  • Cook the apples for about 5 minutes until they are slightly softened.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and flour. Add this mixture to the skillet and stir well.
  • Continue cooking the apple mixture for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Assemble the Apple Pie Tacos:

  • Spoon the apple pie filling into each prepared taco shell.
  • Optionally, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Drizzle with caramel sauce for an extra touch of sweetness.
  • Serve and Enjoy!
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Comments

  1. Kirsten Smith says

    June 21, 2023 at 11:06 am

    Looks good!

    Reply
  2. Tracy McHugh says

    June 21, 2023 at 2:25 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a cool and mouth watering idea!

    Reply
  3. Pantea says

    June 21, 2023 at 3:56 pm

    I love tacos and apple pie so this is a combination recipe that I’m dying to try!! Thanks for the amazing recipe!

    Reply
  4. AB says

    June 26, 2023 at 12:18 pm

    Looks so delicious! We love apple pie in my house. We’ll have to try this.

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      June 27, 2023 at 10:19 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  5. Kirsten Smith says

    June 26, 2023 at 12:46 pm

    Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      June 27, 2023 at 10:19 am

      It is, thank you!

      Reply
  6. Holly says

    June 26, 2023 at 6:46 pm

    These look delicious! Definitely will need to try them 🙂

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      June 27, 2023 at 10:21 am

      You’re going to love them!

      Reply
  7. Catherine Kay says

    June 26, 2023 at 9:26 pm

    What an interesting recipe! Thanks for sharing! I can’t wait to try it.

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    • blogrebechij says

      June 27, 2023 at 10:23 am

      You’re going to love them this fall season!

      Reply
  8. KEVIN FOODIE says

    June 26, 2023 at 11:37 pm

    5 stars
    This is a very unique sweet treat. I love the Mexican flare of this dessert. This is a perfect summer dessert or snack idea for the family. Looks easy to make, but I am sure it is delicious also.

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      June 27, 2023 at 10:25 am

      Thank you for your kind words, this recipe is really good for when you want to use fall apples!

      Reply
  9. Katie says

    July 10, 2023 at 5:27 pm

    I have never seen a recipe like this! Such a great idea and an amazing take on a dessert taco!

    Reply
  10. Marie-Pierre Breton says

    July 10, 2023 at 7:46 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so yummy!!!

    Reply
  11. Kelly Flickinger says

    July 25, 2023 at 12:34 am

    OMG these look amazing!

    Reply
  12. Hanna says

    August 30, 2023 at 9:51 am

    This recipe idea looks absolutely scrumptious I am going to make it tonight!

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      August 30, 2023 at 4:20 pm

      Oh, so cool! It is delicious!

      Reply
  13. Alina says

    August 30, 2023 at 10:43 am

    Omg! I need to try these this fall!

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      August 30, 2023 at 4:20 pm

      Absolutely, it is so good!

      Reply
  14. Resy says

    August 30, 2023 at 11:17 am

    I love apple pie! Especially now with fall around the corner. Thanks for sharing this recipe, will definitely give it a try

    Reply
    • blogrebechij says

      August 30, 2023 at 4:20 pm

      I am so glad to hear this, hope you’ll love it!

      Reply

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