Description
A refreshing and delightful fruit salsa paired with warm, crunchy cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of apples, strawberries, and kiwis with zesty lemon juice, perfectly complemented by crispy cinnamon-coated chips baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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For the Cinnamon Chips
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 8 pieces 8″ Flour Tortillas (whole wheat or corn tortillas can be used as alternatives)
- ½ cup Sugar
- ½ tablespoon Cinnamon
For the Fruit Salsa
- 2 Honeycrisp Apples
- 2 Kiwis
- ½ lb Strawberries
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter and Prepare Tortillas: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Brush the melted butter generously onto one side of each tortilla to achieve a golden, crispy texture after baking.
- Mix Sugar and Cinnamon: In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon thoroughly. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered side of each tortilla to add sweetness and warm spice flavor.
- Cut and Arrange Chips: Cut each tortilla into triangles (like chips) and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap for even baking.
- Bake the Chips: Bake the tortilla chips in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and become crispy. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Prepare Fruit Salsa: While the chips bake, dice the honeycrisp apples, kiwis, and strawberries into small, uniform pieces. Mix the diced fruits gently with fresh squeezed lemon juice to add brightness and prevent browning.
- Serve: Once the chips are done and slightly cooled, serve them warm alongside the vibrant and refreshing fruit salsa for a delightful combination of crunchy and juicy textures.
Notes
- You can substitute flour tortillas with whole wheat or corn tortillas for a different flavor and added nutrition.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and sugar on the chips to suit your taste preference.
- The fruit salsa is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours prior to serving to chill slightly.
- Use ripe and sweet fruits for the best flavor balance.
- Watch the chips closely while baking to avoid burning since thin tortilla chips can brown quickly.
