Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips Recipe
A refreshing and sweet fruit salsa served with crispy cinnamon sugar tortilla chips. This delightful recipe combines fresh apples, strawberries, kiwis, and optional raspberries, paired with homemade cinnamon sugar-coated tortilla chips baked to perfection. It’s perfect for a light snack, party appetizer, or a healthy dessert option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 60 tortilla chips (6 per tortilla) and 4 cups of fruit salsa 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips
- 10 10″ flour tortillas
- non-stick cooking spray
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
For the Fruit Salsa
- 2 granny smith apples
- 1 lemon
- 2 kiwis
- 1 lb strawberries
- 1/2 lb raspberries (optional)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp preserves (strawberry or raspberry)
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mix: In a small bowl, stir together the cinnamon and sugar until fully combined. Set this mixture aside for coating the tortilla chips.
- Coat Tortillas: Working with three tortillas at a time, spray each side lightly with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the cinnamon sugar sticks. Then, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously on each side. Stack the tortillas and cut them into 12 wedges using a pizza cutter. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas.
- Bake Tortilla Chips: Arrange the coated tortilla wedges in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 11 to 12 minutes, or until the chips become crisp and lightly golden.
- Prep Apples: Peel and finely chop the granny smith apples. Immediately squeeze about two teaspoons of fresh lemon juice over the diced apples to prevent browning, then toss to coat evenly.
- Combine Fruits: Finely dice the strawberries and kiwis, then gently fold them together with the apples. If using raspberries, add them carefully as they may break up, which is expected for the salsa texture.
- Add Sweeteners: Stir in the brown sugar and the strawberry or raspberry preserves to the fruit mixture, blending gently to create a balanced sweet flavor throughout the salsa.
- Serve or Store: The fruit salsa can be served immediately at room temperature or chilled for enhanced freshness. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to preserve taste and texture.
Notes
- Be sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet when baking the tortilla chips to ensure they bake evenly and become crisp.
- For a tangier salsa, consider increasing the lemon juice slightly based on taste preference.
- If avoiding added sugars, substitute preserves with fresh pureed fruit or skip them entirely for a natural sweetness.
- The cinnamon sugar chips can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days to maintain their crunch.
- Feel free to customize the salsa with other seasonal fruits such as mango, peaches, or blueberries.
Keywords: fruit salsa, cinnamon sugar chips, appetizer, healthy snack, baked tortilla chips, fresh fruit salsa
