Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
21 Oz

Apple, Cherry or Peach Pie Filling

8 unit

Fajita Size Flour Tortillas

1 cup

Sugar

1 cup

Water

1 stick

Butter

1 tbsp

Cinnamon

1 tsp

Vanilla

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease an 8x11 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

Place pie filling in a flour tortilla.

Step 4
~4 min

Roll up the tortilla and place it seam side down in the greased baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~4 min

Repeat with the remaining filling and tortillas.

Step 6
~4 min

In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, butter, cinnamon, and vanilla.

Step 7
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved and the butter is melted.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour the sauce evenly over the filled tortillas in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the liquid has thickened somewhat and the tortillas are lightly browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts for extra texture.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white sugar.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cinnamon, baked fruit)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Garnish with whipped cream and chopped nuts.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican hot chocolate

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexican-inspired

Cultural Significance

Fusion dessert with influences from Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Cinco de Mayo
Birthday Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday
Casual Get-Together

Popularity Score

65/100

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