Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 unit

flour tortillas

trimmed

0.25 cup

sugar

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

2 tbsp

butter

melted

1 cup

strawberry

hulled and finely diced

1 unit

mango

peeled and finely diced

1 unit

kiwi

peeled and finely diced

1 tsp

fresh lime zest

1 tbsp

fresh lime juice

0.25 cup

almonds

sliced, coarsely chopped

6 unit

strawberry ice cream topping

3 cup

vanilla ice cream

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Trim flour tortillas into triangles and cut a 1-inch slit in each side.

Step 3
~3 min

Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Melt butter and brush onto both sides of the tortillas.

Step 5
~3 min

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered tortillas.

Step 6
~3 min

Press the tortillas into a muffin pan to form bowls.

Step 7
~3 min

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8
~3 min

Let cool in the muffin pan for a few minutes before removing.

Step 9
~3 min

To make the mango salsa, combine diced strawberries, mango, kiwi, lime zest, and lime juice in a bowl.

Step 10
~3 min

Gently stir the salsa to combine.

Step 11
~3 min

To assemble the sundaes, place 2 tablespoons of strawberry ice cream topping on a small plate.

Step 12
~3 min

Place a tortilla shell bowl onto the sauce.

Step 13
~3 min

Scoop vanilla ice cream into the tortilla shell.

Step 14
~3 min

Top with the mango salsa and sprinkle with chopped almonds.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier salsa, add a pinch of chili flakes.

Toast the almonds for a more intense nutty flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The mango salsa can be made a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (fruity and sweet)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after assembling to prevent the tortilla shells from getting soggy.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spicy chicken tacos
Grilled shrimp skewers

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion (Mexican-inspired with American sundae presentation)

Cultural Significance

Celebrates the flavors of tropical fruits.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Summer party
Birthday party
Cinco de Mayo
Family gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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