Imagine warm spiced apples tucked inside golden, crispy tortillas, all drizzled with gooey caramel and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Sound dreamy? That’s because it is. These Caramel Apple Taquitos are everything you love about apple pie, but in a fun, hand-held twist that’s perfect for sharing (or not!). This quick and easy dessert is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, impress your guests, and leave your kitchen smelling like fall all year round.
Ingredients for Crispy Caramel Apple Taquitos
Filling
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4–5 medium Granny Smith apples, diced small
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1/2 stick (1/4 cup or 56 grams) butter, divided
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1/4 cup (60 milliliters) apple jelly
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2 teaspoons (5 grams) ground cinnamon
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Caramel sauce, for drizzling
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12 small flour tortillas, 6 inches (15 centimeters)
Topping & Serving
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1–2 tablespoons (15–30 grams) butter, melted
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2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons (4 grams) ground cinnamon
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Vanilla ice cream, for serving
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Chocolate sauce (optional)
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Additional warm caramel sauce, for drizzling
How to Make Crispy Caramel Apple Taquitos
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Dice the apples finely, keeping the skin on or peeling them based on your preference. In a skillet, sauté the apples with 1/4 stick (2 tablespoons or 28 grams) of butter until they soften. Add the apple jelly and cinnamon, stirring until everything is well blended and warmed through.
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Wrap a few tortillas in a damp towel and microwave for about 10 seconds to soften them, making them easier to roll. Drizzle a small amount of caramel sauce down the center of each tortilla, then add 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 grams) of the apple mixture. Roll each tortilla tightly like a taquito.
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In the skillet or baking dish you’ll be using, melt the remaining 1/4 stick (2 tablespoons or 28 grams) of butter. Place the rolled taquitos seam-side down, packed snugly next to each other. Brush the tops lightly with the melted butter and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for about 20 minutes, or until the taquitos are crisp and golden.
A Dessert Worth Savoring
These Caramel Apple Taquitos are more than just a dessert—they’re a flavor-packed experience that merges comfort and creativity in every bite. Serve them warm, fresh from the oven, topped with vanilla ice cream and extra drizzles of caramel (and even chocolate sauce if you’re feeling wild). Whether it’s a weeknight treat or a festive gathering, these easy-to-make apple taquitos will steal the show—and disappear fast!
