Pumpkin Pie Tacos Recipe
These Pumpkin Pie Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional pumpkin pie, combining the flavors of a classic fall dessert with the fun and convenience of a handheld treat. Crispy cinnamon sugar tortilla shells are filled with a creamy pumpkin pie filling and topped with fluffy whipped cream, creating a delicious and unique dessert that is sure to impress.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes 18-24 tacos 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Tortilla Shells:
- 6 8-inch Tortillas (makes about 18–24 rounds)
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/3 cup Butter (melted)
Pumpkin Filling:
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 3/4 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree
- 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
Whipped Cream:
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Pecans for garnish (chopped)
- Preheat Oven: Pre-heat oven to 400F. Cut rounds from tortilla shells and stab with a fork.
- Prepare Tortilla Shells: Brush with melted butter and coat in cinnamon sugar. Bake until golden brown.
- Make Whipped Cream: Beat whipped cream ingredients until stiff peaks form.
- Prepare Pumpkin Filling: Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill taco shells with pumpkin mixture, top with whipped cream, and garnish with cinnamon and pecans.
Notes
- For a quicker version, you can use store-bought whipped cream.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with caramel sauce or chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Pie Tacos, Pumpkin Dessert, Fall Treats, Taco Dessert