Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos

Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos - tortillas filled with apple pie filling, rolled in sugar and cinnamon, oven baked and drizzled with caramel sauce are real fall dessert. This quick and easy recipe will be a hit this fall. Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos can be served for breakfast, snack or a dessert. 

f you're a fan of the apple and caramel combination, you'll also want to try my Caramel Apple Chimichangas, Caramel Apple Crisp, and Caramel Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars. Each one puts a delicious twist on classic fall apple desserts.

Key ingredients

• Soft flour tortillas: Use 6-inch flour tortillas as the base for the taquitos. They're easy to roll and bake up beautifully crisp around the apple filling. If you have some leftover tortillas, you can also use them to make these delicious Apple Pie Quesadillas.
• Unsalted butter: Melted butter helps the tortillas turn golden and crispy while adding a delicious buttery flavor.
• Granulated sugar: Sugar adds sweetness and creates a lightly crisp coating on the outside of the taquitos.
• Ground cinnamon: Cinnamon brings that classic warm flavor that pairs perfectly with apples and caramel.
• Apple pie filling: A can of apple pie filling makes this recipe quick and convenient. You can also use homemade apple pie filling if you prefer to make your own.
• Caramel sauce: Drizzle caramel sauce over the warm taquitos for an extra layer of rich, sweet flavor. It's optional, but highly recommended!

How to make Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos

Prepare the cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Fill the tortillas: Place a few tablespoons of apple pie filling on one side of each tortilla, as shown in the photo.

Roll the taquitos: Roll each tortilla tightly around the filling, keeping the seam side down.

Coat with butter and cinnamon sugar: Brush each rolled tortilla with melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.

Arrange in the pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or baking sheet with butter. Place the taquitos seam side down and repeat with the remaining tortillas and apple pie filling.

Bake: Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.

Serve: Drizzle the warm taquitos with caramel sauce before serving. For an extra special treat, serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped topping.

. Here's a quick look at the recipe. You'll find the full instructions, ingredient list, and exact measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Expert Tips

• Don't overfill the tortillas. A few tablespoons of apple pie filling is enough. Too much filling can make the taquitos difficult to roll and may cause the filling to leak out while baking.
• Roll them tightly. Start from the side with the apple filling and roll the tortilla as tightly as you can. Place each taquito seam-side down so it stays closed while baking.
• Use softened or melted butter sparingly. Brush the tortillas with just enough butter to help the cinnamon-sugar mixture stick. Too much butter can make the bottom of the taquitos greasy.
• Grease the pan well. This helps prevent the tortillas from sticking and makes them easier to remove once they're golden and crispy.
• Leave a little space between the taquitos. Avoid packing them too tightly in the pan. A little room allows the heat to circulate and helps the tortillas crisp up evenly.
• Keep an eye on them near the end of baking. Oven temperatures can vary, so start checking around 15 minutes. They're ready when the tortillas are golden brown and crisp.
• Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. The apple filling will be very hot when the taquitos come out of the oven, so give them a few minutes to cool before adding caramel sauce and serving.
• Add the caramel just before serving. Drizzling the warm taquitos with caramel sauce right before serving keeps the outside crisp while giving you that delicious caramel-apple flavor.

Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos FAQs

Can I use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas?
I recommend using soft flour tortillas for this recipe. They are more flexible, easier to roll, and become nicely crisp when baked.

Can I prepare Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos ahead of time?
For the best results, I recommend baking the taquitos shortly after assembling them. If you want to save some time, prepare the cinnamon-sugar mixture and have the apple pie filling ready ahead of time, then fill and roll the tortillas just before baking.

How do I reheat leftover Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos?
Reheat them in a 350°F oven or air fryer until warmed through and crisp again. I recommend avoiding the microwave, as it can make the tortillas soft.

If you love apple desserts and recipes made with apple pie filling, you might also enjoy my Apple Cheesecake Tacos, Apple Pie Quesadillas, and Delightful Apple Pie Taco Cups.

If you love apples, Mexican-inspired desserts, and quick and easy recipes, these Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos are definitely worth trying. They're crispy on the outside, filled with warm cinnamon apples, and finished with a drizzle of caramel sauce. The perfect sweet treat for a cozy fall day!