Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.5 cup

butter

melted

1.75 cup

sugar

1 cup

water

1 tsp

vanilla

9 unit

flour tortillas

21 unit

cherry pie filling

1 tsp

almond extract

0.5 cup

sugar

1 unit

vanilla ice cream

Step 1
~4 min

In a skillet over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup butter, 1 3/4 cups sugar, 1 cup water, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.

Step 2
~4 min

Cook until the sugar is completely dissolved, stirring occasionally.

Step 3
~4 min

In a separate bowl, combine the cherry pie filling, 1 teaspoon almond extract, and 1/2 cup sugar.

Step 4
~4 min

Mix the cherry mixture thoroughly.

Step 5
~4 min

Dip each flour tortilla into the sugar-butter mixture, ensuring it's soaked.

Step 6
~4 min

Place a spoonful of the cherry mixture onto each soaked tortilla.

Step 7
~4 min

Roll up the tortilla like an enchilada.

Step 8
~4 min

Place the rolled enchiladas in an oblong baking pan.

Step 9
~4 min

Repeat the filling and rolling process with the remaining tortillas.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the remaining sugar-butter mixture evenly over the rolled enchiladas.

Step 11
~4 min

Sprinkle the enchiladas generously with sugar and cinnamon.

Step 12
~4 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth.

Adjust the amount of sugar according to the sweetness of the cherry pie filling.

Serve with whipped cream instead of ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Dust with powdered sugar before serving

Drizzle with chocolate sauce

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American Southwest

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Mexican and American flavors

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Birthday

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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