Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Pumpkin Pie Tacos, a unique dessert that combines crispy taco shells with creamy pumpkin filling. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home, these tacos bring together the beloved flavors of pumpkin pie in a fun and portable format. The crunchy texture of the shell contrasts beautifully with the smooth filling, topped off with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of pecans for added crunch. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike, making it a must-try for anyone looking to add a festive twist to their dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 8-inch tortillas
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut tortillas into rounds using a cookie cutter.
- Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. Poke holes in each tortilla round with a fork, brush with melted butter, and coat with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake tortilla rounds on an upside-down muffin tin for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice; mix well.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fill cooled taco shells with pumpkin mixture and top with whipped cream and chopped pecans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg