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Pumpkin Pie Tacos

Pumpkin Pie Tacos: A Whimsical Fall Dessert Delight

Enjoy a delightful twist on traditional pumpkin pie with Pumpkin Pie Tacos, a playful dessert perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 tacos
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells
  • 20 pieces Flour Tortillas For gluten-free, use corn tortillas.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with pumpkin pie spice.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted to coat tortillas.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened; mascarpone is an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Purée Avoid fresh pumpkin unless well-puréed.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Use real vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Enhances pumpkin flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can substitute with coconut cream.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans For garnish; optional for nut allergies.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cookie cutter
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Using a cookie cutter, cut out approximately 20 rounds from your flour tortillas.
  3. Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon on a flat plate.
  4. Brush each tortilla round with melted butter and dredge in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  5. Place the coated tortillas upside down between muffin tin cups and bake for about 10 minutes.
  6. Allow the taco shells to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes.
  7. In a bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  8. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, then mix in pumpkin purée, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  9. Fill cooled taco shells with pumpkin filling and top with whipped cream.
  10. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve your Pumpkin Pie Tacos fresh for the best flavor and texture. Perfect for any fall gathering!

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