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Baked Tortilla Apple Pies

Cultural Context

Baked Tortilla Apple Pies are a delightful fusion of traditional apple pie and the convenience of tortillas, popular in American households. This dessert showcases the versatility of tortillas, often used for savory dishes, transformed into a sweet treat. They are perfect for gatherings and can be customized with various fillings, making them a favorite for both kids and adults alike. Today, these pies have gained popularity beyond the U.S., inspiring variations around the world.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 small apples (Pink Ladies or Granny Smith)
3 tablespoons margarine
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar (or sugar substitute)
3 flour tortillas

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and is dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide healthy fats and are nut-free.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries add a tart flavor.

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Peel and slice the apples into cubes.

3

In a bowl, mix together sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.

4

Melt the margarine and mix it into the apple mixture.

5

Heat the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens and the apples become soft.

6

Cut the tortillas in half.

7

Brush one side of each tortilla half with melted margarine and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.

8

Turn the tortilla over and place a couple of spoonfuls of the apple filling onto the tortilla.

9

Fold the tortilla into a triangle and brush the edges with margarine.

10

Use a fork to crimp the edges together to seal the pie.

11

Place the pie on a parchment paper lined baking sheet or a greased baking sheet.

12

Repeat the process until all the pies are made.

13

For cinnamon tortilla chips, cut a tortilla into triangles, brush with margarine, and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

14

Bake the chips in the preheated oven for about 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown around the edges.

15

Bake the apple pies in the oven for about 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown around the edges.

16

Remove the pies from the oven and drizzle with caramel sauce while still hot, if desired.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperfork

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggstree-nuts

Also Known As

Apple Tortilla PiesTortilla Apple Turnovers

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