Description
Pumpkin Pie Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy taco shells filled with a creamy, spiced pumpkin filling. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a smooth, sweet, and aromatic experience that captures the essence of fall.
Ingredients
- Taco Shells: 8 small corn tortillas, 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- Pumpkin Filling: 1 cup canned pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened), 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Toppings: Whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat (about 350°F).
- Fry each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Fill each taco shell with the pumpkin filling using a piping bag or spoon.
- Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers, and a dash of cinnamon.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make-ahead: The pumpkin filling can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Store leftover filled tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Substitutions: Use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option, or swap corn tortillas for flour tortillas if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 22 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 milligrams
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