Description
Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips is a vibrant, refreshing dessert that combines fresh fruit salsa with homemade cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for summer parties, BBQs, or a light snack, offering a delightful balance of sweetness, crunch, and tropical flavors.
Ingredients
For the fruit salsa:
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1 cup strawberries, hulled and diced
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1/2 cup kiwi, peeled and diced
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1/2 cup mango, peeled and diced
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1/2 cup pineapple, peeled and diced
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1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced (optional)
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1 tablespoon honey (optional)
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1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)
For the cinnamon tortilla chips:
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6 small flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for a gluten-free version)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
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Prepare the fruit salsa: Dice the strawberries, kiwi, mango, and pineapple into small pieces. If using, chop the red bell pepper. Combine all the fruit in a bowl.
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Add flavor: Drizzle with lime juice and honey (if using), then stir in the fresh mint.
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Chill the salsa: Refrigerate the salsa for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Make the cinnamon tortilla chips: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush the tortillas with melted butter and cut them into wedges.
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Prepare cinnamon-sugar: Mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle this mixture over both sides of the tortilla wedges.
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Bake the chips: Arrange the tortilla wedges on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
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Serve: Once the chips have cooled, serve them alongside the chilled fruit salsa for dippin
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts to the salsa.You can experiment with different fruits such as peaches, berries, or even watermelon for a refreshing twist.To make it spicy, add a pinch of chili powder to the cinnamon sugar mix.