Description
Christmas Eve Cinnamon Crisps are a simple and delightful holiday treat featuring crispy baked flour tortillas coated with a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture. Perfect for serving as a festive snack or dessert, these crisps combine warm spices and a crunchy texture for a cozy seasonal delight.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the crisps from sticking during baking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg until the mixture is evenly blended. Add vanilla extract if using for extra flavor.
- Butter and Coat Tortillas: Using a pastry brush, coat both sides of each flour tortilla with the melted unsalted butter. Then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over both sides to ensure they are well coated with the flavorful spice blend.
- Slice Tortillas: Cut each tortilla into triangles, strips, or any desired festive shapes to create bite-size crisps.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Lay the tortilla pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure the pieces do not overlap to allow even baking and crispiness.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crisps turn golden brown and become crisp. Halfway through baking, rotate the baking sheet to ensure even color and baking on all pieces.
- Cool: Remove the crisps from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling thoroughly helps the crisps reach maximum crispiness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, adding vanilla extract to the cinnamon sugar mixture is optional but recommended.
- To make festive shapes, you can use cookie cutters before baking instead of simple triangles or strips.
- Store cooled crisps in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture.
- These crisps pair wonderfully with a warm cup of tea or hot cocoa during the holiday season.
