Quick Elephant Ears Recipe

Satisfy your sweet tooth in just 10 minutes with these unbelievably easy elephant ears! Crispy tortillas are tossed in a cinnamon-sugar mix for a warm, sweet treat that's perfect for a quick dessert or snack. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and uses simple ingredients you probably already have!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 210.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Elephant Ears

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How to Make Quick Elephant Ears

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. Pour 1 cup of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
  3. Carefully place one tortilla into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the skillet.
  4. Cook for about 20-30 seconds per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust cooking time depending on your stove and tortilla thickness.
  5. Using tongs, remove the cooked tortilla from the oil and immediately place it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  6. Gently toss the tortilla to coat it evenly with the cinnamon sugar.
  7. Place the coated elephant ear on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Repeat steps 3-7 with the remaining tortillas.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your warm, crispy elephant ears!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

122g

Fat

2g

Carbs

15g