These easy caramel apple taquitos bundle your favorite seasonal flavors into one irresistible handheld treat!
Imagine warm, gooey caramel and tender, cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped up in a crispy tortilla. It’s like warm apple pie and caramel apples in one.
And let’s not forget that buttery cinnamon-sugar coating on top.
Made with just seven ingredients, you’ll have these cozy delights ready to wow in no time!
Why You’ll Love These Caramel Apple Taquitos
Sweet and Crunchy: The flavors and textures are truly something special. Sweet, sticky caramel, soft, juicy apples, and crunchy tortilla come together in perfect harmony.
Crowd-Pleaser: These unique treats will be a hit at parties, potlucks, holidays, and more.
Minimal Ingredients: You don’t need a well-stocked pantry, just seven simple ingredients.
Versatile Treat: Enjoy these sweet taquitos for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a delicious dessert topped with ice cream!
Ingredients
- Apple Pie Filling: For the filling. Use canned for convenience.
- Caramel Sauce: What’s a caramel apple without the caramel?! This indulgent sauce adds irresistible sweetness to every bite.
- Flour Tortillas: They’re warmed and ready to be filled with the delicious filling.
- Granulated Sugar: For the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Ground Cinnamon and Nutmeg: Warm spices help create an irresistible coating, making the taquitos extra special.
- Butter: It helps the sugar and spice mixture adhere to the taquitos while achieving a beautiful golden-brown color.
How to Make Caramel Apple Taquitos
Ready to indulge? Set up your stations and let’s make caramel apple taquitos!
1. Prep. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Mix. Mix the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg in a bowl. Set aside.
3. Dice. Finely dice the canned apples into small, bite-sized pieces.
4. Warm. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds.
5. Spread. Lay a tortilla flat. Spread a thin layer of caramel sauce down the center.
6. Spoon. Spoon a portion of the diced apple pie filling over the caramel sauce.
7. Roll. Carefully roll the tortilla tightly. Place the rolled taquito seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
8. Brush. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the top of the taquito with melted butter. Then, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar-nutmeg mixture on top.
9. Repeat. Continue the process with the remaining tortillas, caramel sauce, apple filling, butter, and spice mixture.
10. Bake. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden brown.
11. Serve. Let them cool slightly and serve.
Tips for the Best Caramel Apple Taquitos
Here are some tips to keep in mind when making this fun fall dessert.
- Don’t overstuff! If there’s too much filling, the tortillas will be hard to roll. It will also ooze out while baking.
- Give them a citrusy twist. To make the flavors pop, add a squeeze of lemon juice to the filling.
- Make them homemade. For even better flavor, use homemade apple pie filling instead of canned. Peel, core, and dice 5-6 cups of apples. Next, simmer with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice until thickened.
- Try tasty variations. Try different variations like using pears instead of apples, adding chopped nuts, drizzling with chocolate sauce, or serving with whipped cream.
How to Store
These caramel apple taquitos will disappear in a flash! But if you have leftovers, follow these tips:
To Store: Place the leftovers in an air-tight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
To Freeze: Wrap each taquito individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
To Reheat: Place the taquitos on a baking sheet. Warm in a preheated 350°F for 10-12 minutes until heated through. You can also microwave them on medium power for about 1-2 minutes, but it’ll affect their crispiness.
Caramel Apple Taquitos
12
servings20
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kcalThese caramel apple taquitos are the most tempting fall treat! Cinnamon-spiced apples get rolled in a crispy tortilla for a dessert no one can resist.
Ingredients
12 flour tortillas
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can apple pie filling
3/4 cup caramel sauce
1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter. Set aside.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined. Set aside.
- Open the can of apple pie filling and finely dice the apples into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them pliable.
- Lay a tortilla flat. Spread a thin layer of caramel sauce down the center, leaving some space around the edges.
- Spoon a portion of the diced apple pie filling over the caramel sauce, distributing it evenly along the length of the tortilla.
- Carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and seal the edges. Place the rolled taquito seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Using a pastry brush, lightly coat the top of the taquito with melted butter, then sprinkle a generous amount of the cinnamon-sugar-nutmeg mixture over it.
- Continue the process with the remaining tortillas, caramel sauce, apple filling, butter, and spice mixture until all taquitos are prepared and placed in the baking dish.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the taquitos are golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbling at the ends.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Dice the apple pie filling. This will make it easier to fill and roll the taquitos.
- Warm the tortillas. It helps to make them more pliable and prevent them from tearing during the rolling process.
