Description
Sweet apple pie enchiladas merge classic American dessert with Mexican culinary flair, creating a delightful fusion of cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped in crispy tortillas. Warm caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream complete this irresistible treat that delights senses and satisfies sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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Fruit Filling:
- 4 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Thickening Agent:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray.
- Craft the apple mixture by combining sliced apples with sugar, lemon juice, warming spices, cornstarch, and water in a large saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring periodically until the apples soften and the liquid transforms into a thick, glossy filling.
- Transform tortillas into decadent rolls by brushing each with melted butter, then dusting with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture. Position a generous spoonful of the apple filling along the center of each tortilla.
- Carefully roll the tortillas into compact bundles and arrange them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they nestle closely together.
- Construct the luxurious sauce by melting butter in a small saucepan, then incorporating brown sugar, additional granulated sugar, aromatic spices, and water. Allow the mixture to reach a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drench the rolled enchiladas with the warm, fragrant sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges turn a golden brown and the sauce bubbles enticingly around the edges.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Slice apples uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the filling.
- Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor and structural integrity.
- Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing cinnamon and nutmeg according to personal preference.
- Transform into gluten-free version by using corn tortillas or grain-free wraps for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 143 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg