Caramel Apple Taquitos
Caramel Apple Taquitos are a delightful treat, featuring crispy tortillas filled with gooey caramel and tender apples. Perfect for dessert or a fun snack!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas
- Crisp apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Cinnamon sugar (granulated sugar mixed with ground cinnamon)
- Caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Clear your workspace and gather all ingredients.
- Peel and slice the apples thinly for even cooking.
- Mix granulated sugar with ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
- Place sliced apples in the center of each tortilla, drizzle with caramel sauce, and roll tightly from one end to another.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry taquitos seam-side down for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, swap apples for pears or add nuts like pecans for crunch. Drizzle melted chocolate on top for an indulgent twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in the oven at 350°F until crispy.