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Pumpkin Pie Tacos

Pumpkin Pie Tacos: A Fun Fall Dessert You’ll Love

Pumpkin Pie Tacos are a playful and delicious twist on a classic fall dessert, perfect for Thanksgiving and Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells
  • 6 tortillas Flour Tortillas Choose 6-8 inch tortillas for the perfect base.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Pumpkin spice works as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Margarine is a dairy-free alternative.
For the Pumpkin Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Opt for non-dairy for a vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be used if necessary.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Fresh pumpkin works too if pureed.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Avoid imitation vanilla for the best results.
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger can be swapped.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Whipped coconut cream is a lighter option.
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Pecans Optional garnish; walnuts can be used or omitted.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even cooking for the taco shells.
  2. Cut the flour tortillas into rounds and poke holes in each round.
  3. Mix sugar and cinnamon, melt butter, brush each round with butter, and coat in cinnamon sugar.
  4. Arrange coated tortilla rounds in an upside-down muffin tin and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Prepare whipped cream by mixing heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Combine cream cheese and powdered sugar, then add pumpkin puree, vanilla, and spice until smooth.
  7. Fill the cooled taco shells with the pumpkin filling and top with whipped cream and garnish if desired.
  8. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fill the taco shells just before serving to maintain their crispiness.

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