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Apple Enchilada Dessert Recipe

Inspired by a local restaurant's to-die-for dessert, this Apple Enchilada recipe is a warm, comforting, and surprisingly easy-to-make treat. Sweet apples baked in cinnamon-spiced tortillas, drizzled with a luscious caramel sauce, and topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (optional). Get ready for an explosion of fall flavors!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 501.3 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Enchilada Dessert

  • 4 medium apples
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar + 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • generous scoop vanilla ice cream

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How to Make Apple Enchilada Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Warm 6 large flour tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds each to make them pliable.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 4 medium apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced), 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  4. Spoon the apple mixture evenly onto the center of each tortilla.
  5. Sprinkle each tortilla with an additional 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  6. Roll up the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in a lightly greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
  7. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) of margarine, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of water.
  8. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  9. Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish.
  10. Sprinkle with a final 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the apples are tender.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving.
  13. Optional: Top with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

196g

Fat

14g

Carbs

30g

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