Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350℉. This initial step is crucial as it ensures that your taquitos will bake evenly and come out perfectly golden.
- Brush a 9×13 baking dish with some of the melted butter. This will prevent the taquitos from sticking and allows them to develop a nice crispy exterior.
- In a shallow plate, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. This mixture will add sweetness and flavor to the taquitos, enhancing the overall taste.
- Open the can of apple pie filling and empty it onto a cutting board. Take a knife and chop the apples into smaller, bite-sized pieces. This step will give a better texture to the filling and make it easier to roll.
- Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a couple of tablespoons of the apple pie filling onto the center of the tortilla. Be careful not to overfill, as this will make rolling difficult.
- Tightly roll up the tortilla, starting from one end and tucking the filling in as you go. Ensure it’s snug but not too tight, as the filling needs space to bubble a bit while baking.
- Brush the rolled taquito with more melted butter to help it brown nicely. Then, gently roll it through the sugar and cinnamon mixture, coating it evenly.
- Place the rolled taquito seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling. You should have enough filling for all 12 tortillas, providing a generous amount for everyone.
- Once all the taquitos are in the dish, transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for about 15 minutes or until the taquitos start to turn golden on top. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- When they’re golden and crispy, remove the taquitos from the oven. Allow them to cool slightly before serving. You can serve them warm, drizzled with caramel sauce or dusted with powdered sugar for a lovely finish.
Notes
When making Apple Pie Taquitos, a few tips can enhance your experience and results. From ingredient selection to baking techniques, here’s how to ensure your taquitos turn out perfectly.
- Storage: Store leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat, place them in the oven for a few minutes to regain their crispiness.
- Freezing: You can freeze the assembled but unbaked taquitos. Just make sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the cooking time.
- Pairing: These taquitos pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The contrast of hot and cold creates a delightful treat.
- Flavor Variations: Feel free to mix in other ingredients like finely chopped nuts or raisins into the filling to add texture and flavor.
- Presentation: For a beautiful presentation, drizzle caramel sauce over the taquitos just before serving. It adds a lovely touch of sweetness that pairs beautifully with the apple filling.