Easy Apple Pie Tacos

I’ve made a lot of odd little desserts in my day, but these apple pie tacos might be one of the easiest.

And definitely the most fun to eat!

They’re crispy, gooey, cinnamon-sweet, and somehow feel like both a weeknight hack and a cozy weekend treat.

The real secret here?

Homemade apple sauce.

It takes these to a whole new level, and it’s way easier than it sounds!

I like mine chunky, with just a hint of lemon and plenty of cinnamon, but you can make it smooth if that’s your thing.

Once you’ve got that bubbling on the stove, the rest is just some tortillas, a little butter and sugar, and maybe a drizzle of caramel if you’re feeling fancy (but not too fancy).

These come together fast, disappear even faster, and yes, they are absolutely breakfast-acceptable.

And, if you want more apple recipes, check out my decadent apple pie bread pudding.

What You Need to Make Apple Pie Tacos

• Homemade applesauce: Store-bought works, but homemade makes it feel like you tried (even if you didn’t try that hard).
• Apple chunks: Adds some texture to the tacos.
• Small flour tortillas: The “shells” for your pie tacos. Soft enough to fold, crispy enough to crunch once baked.
• Melted butter: Brushed on the tortillas to help them get golden and slightly indulgent.
• Sugar: For that sweet, sparkly crunch on the outside.
• Cinnamon: Because apples and cinnamon are soulmates! You can’t have one without the other.
• Caramel sauce or whipped cream: Totally optional, totally delicious, and highly recommended if you’re going full dessert mode.

How to Make Apple Pie Tacos

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F and grab a baking sheet. Line it with parchment paper so nothing sticks and cleanup’s a breeze.

Step 2: Mix your cinnamon and sugar in a little bowl. Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter, then give them a generous sprinkle of the cinnamon sugar.

Step 3: Fold each tortilla in half like a taco and stand them up so they keep their shape. Or you can drape them over your oven rack.

Step 4: Bake for about 8–10 minutes, until they’re golden and crispy. Let them cool just enough to handle without flopping over.

Step 5: Spoon the warm applesauce and apple chunks into each crispy shell to make the tacos.

Step 6: Top with caramel drizzle or whipped cream if you’re going for a “wow” moment, then serve them up while they’re still warm and snack-worthy.

Apple Pie Tacos Recipe

These apple pie tacos are crisp on the outside, gooey in the middle, and loaded with cinnamon-spiced apples.

Serve them warm with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream if you’re feeling a little extra!

What You’ll Need:

• 1½ cups homemade applesauce
• 1 apple, peeled and diced into small chunks
• 6 small flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Optional: caramel sauce or whipped cream for topping

How to Make Them:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar.
3. Gently fold each tortilla in half and place them upright in the oven (you can drape them over two bars of your oven rack or tuck them into a muffin tin to hold the shape).
4. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden and crisp. Let them cool just slightly so they hold their shape.
5. While the tortillas cool slightly, stir the diced apple into the warm applesauce so the chunks soften just a bit.
6. Spoon the warm, apple-packed sauce into each taco shell.
7. Add a drizzle of caramel or a dollop of whipped cream, then serve while they’re still warm and crisp.

More Apple Pie Taco Ideas

There’s a lot of room to play here, especially if you’re the kind of person who starts tweaking recipes before you even finish reading them!

Here are a few easy spins if you want to switch things up:

Apple Cheesecake Tacos

Spoon a bit of sweetened cream cheese into each shell before adding the applesauce.

Chill them for a cool treat or serve warm for extra coziness.

Fried Apple Pie Tacos

Skip the oven and fry the tortillas in a little oil until golden.

Drain on paper towels, then toss in cinnamon sugar while they’re still warm.

Fill with applesauce and thank your past self for the excellent decision.

Caramel Apple Pie Tacos

Mix caramel sauce right into the applesauce before filling your shells.

It’s messy, sticky, and absolutely worth it.

Bonus points if you add a pinch of sea salt on top!

Apple Crumble Tacos

Sprinkle a quick oat crumble over the top, just butter, brown sugar, oats, and a little flour toasted up in a skillet.

It adds crunch, texture, and a little bakery vibe to the whole thing.

Apple Pie Tacos with Ice Cream

Pop a scoop of vanilla ice cream right into the warm taco shell on top of the apples.

It melts fast and gets all creamy and dreamy inside that crunchy shell.

Spiced Apple Pie Tacos

Stir in a bit of nutmeg, clove, or cardamom to your applesauce to give it that deeper, warmer flavor.

It’s the cozy season in taco form, especially good if you’re serving these in cooler weather.

Apple Pie Tacos – Sweet and Simple!

Apple pie tacos are one of those desserts that feel like a little cheat code!

They’re quick to make, wildly tasty, and endlessly customizable.

You can keep it classic with warm applesauce or go big with layers of cream cheese, crumble, or caramel.

Toss a batch together for a weeknight treat, a cozy brunch side, or just because your applesauce is too good to sit in the fridge any longer.