Apple Cinnamon Dessert Enchiladas Recipe

Get ready for a taste sensation! These Apple Cinnamon Dessert Enchiladas are ridiculously delicious – warm, gooey, and bursting with fall flavors. Imagine flaky tortillas embracing a sweet and spiced apple filling, then drenched in a creamy cinnamon-sugar sauce. Double the recipe (you'll want to!), and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate comfort food experience. Easily adaptable with peach pie filling for a summer twist!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 571.2 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.9 (17 Reviews)
Apple Cinnamon Dessert Enchiladas

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Dessert Enchiladas

  • 2 cups apple pie filling (homemade or canned)
  • ½ cup raisins
  • Flour Tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter
  • Sugar
  • Light Brown Sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Vanilla Ice Cream

How to Make Apple Cinnamon Dessert Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, gently combine 2 cups of your favorite apple pie filling (homemade or canned) with ½ cup raisins.
  4. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon evenly over the apple and raisin mixture.
  5. Lay out 6 large flour tortillas. Divide the apple mixture evenly among the tortillas, placing it down the center of each.
  6. Roll up the tortillas tightly and place seam-down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. In a medium saucepan, combine ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup packed brown sugar, ¼ cup water, and 1 cup heavy cream.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugars are dissolved and the sauce slightly thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
  9. Pour the warm sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas in the baking dish.
  10. Let the enchiladas stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the enchiladas are heated through and the sauce is bubbly.
  12. Serve immediately, topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

225g

Fat

49g

Carbs

33g