Apple Enchiladas

Why Make This Recipe

Apple Enchiladas are a delicious blend of flavors that will satisfy your sweet tooth. They are easy to make and perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a simple dessert at home. With just a few ingredients, you can create a warm and comforting dish that everyone will love. The apple filling adds a fruity twist, while the buttery sauce makes each bite rich and tasty.

How to Make Apple Enchiladas

Ingredients:

• 1 (21 ounce) can apple fruit filling and topping (or other fruit filling)
• 6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/3 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup water

Directions:

1. Spoon the apple fruit filling evenly down the centers of the tortillas.
2. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the filling.
3. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam side down in a lightly greased baking dish.
4. In a saucepan, bring the butter, sugar, brown sugar, and water to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and simmer the mixture, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes.
6. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and let them sit for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
8. Bake the enchiladas for 20 minutes.

How to Serve Apple Enchiladas

You can serve Apple Enchiladas warm, drizzled with the sweet sauce from the baking dish. They are great on their own, but you can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top for an extra treat. A sprinkle of cinnamon can also enhance the flavor and presentation.

How to Store Apple Enchiladas

To store leftover Apple Enchiladas, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for about 3 days. If you want to enjoy them later, you can reheat them in the oven until warm, or in the microwave for a quick treat.

Tips to Make Apple Enchiladas

• If you want to make your enchiladas a little crunchier, try toasting the tortillas lightly before filling them.
• Add some chopped nuts or raisins into the apple filling for extra texture and flavor.
• Experiment with different fruit fillings, like cherry or peach, for a change in taste.

Variation

For a gluten-free version, swap out the flour tortillas for corn tortillas. You can also use different types of fruit fillings based on your preference or availability.

FAQs

Can I use fresh apples instead of canned filling?
Yes, you can use fresh apples. Just peel, core, and slice them thin. Cook them with some sugar, cinnamon, and a splash of water until softened.

Is it possible to make these enchiladas ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare them up to the baking step and refrigerate them for a day. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Can I freeze Apple Enchiladas?
Yes, you can freeze them! Just wrap them tightly before baking. When you’re ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight and bake as usual.

Apple Enchiladas

Apple Enchiladas are a delicious, easy-to-make dessert that blends fruity apple filling with a rich buttery sauce, perfect for family gatherings or a simple sweet treat.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the filling

• 1 can apple fruit filling and topping (or other fruit filling) 21 ounce can
• 6 pieces flour tortillas 8 inch
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

For the sauce

• 1/3 cup butter or margarine
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup water

Method

 

Preparation

1. Spoon the apple fruit filling evenly down the centers of the tortillas.
2. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the filling.
3. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam side down in a lightly greased baking dish.

Sauce Preparation

1. In a saucepan, bring the butter, sugar, brown sugar, and water to a boil.
2. Reduce the heat and simmer the mixture, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes.

Baking

1. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and let them sit for 30 minutes.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
3. Bake the enchiladas for 20 minutes.

Notes

Serve warm with a drizzle of sauce and optional toppings such as vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.