Pin It A playful, sweet twist on the classic appetizer—crispy homemade chocolate tortilla chips served with a vibrant, refreshing fruit salsa. Perfect for parties or as an inventive finish to any meal.
I first made these for a summer get-together, and everyone loved pairing the crispy chocolate chips with fresh fruit. The salsa brings just the right burst of tangy sweetness, and it's become a fun treat my family requests for special occasions.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas (8-inch): 4 pieces
- Unsalted butter, melted: 3 tbsp
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1½ tbsp
- Ground cinnamon (optional): ⅛ tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Fresh strawberries, diced: 1 cup
- Kiwi, peeled and diced: 1 medium
- Fresh pineapple, diced: ½ cup
- Mango, diced: ½ cup
- Apple, diced: ½ small
- Fresh lime juice: 1 tbsp
- Honey or maple syrup: 1 tbsp
- Fresh mint, finely chopped (optional): 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Prepare for baking:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix chocolate sugar:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Coat the tortillas:
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Sprinkle the cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
- Cut and arrange chips:
- Stack the tortillas and cut them into 8 wedges each to form chips. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the chips:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp. Let cool completely.
- Make fruit salsa:
- Meanwhile, prepare the fruit salsa: in a medium bowl, combine strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple. Drizzle with lime juice and honey, then add mint if desired. Toss gently to mix.
- Serve:
- Serve the chocolate chips with the fruit salsa for dipping.
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This sweet chips & salsa platter has turned into a favorite for game nights. Everyone from kids to grandparents enjoys mixing and matching chip and fruit combos.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, small mixing bowl, pastry brush, knife and cutting board, medium mixing bowl
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (tortillas), Dairy (butter). May contain tree nuts depending on tortilla brand. For allergen-free options, use gluten-free tortillas and plant-based butter. Always check labels for cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 39 g, Protein 3 g
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This dessert brings color and fun to the table. Enjoy these sweet chips right after baking for the best texture and flavor.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use different fruits for the salsa?
Absolutely! You can substitute any seasonal or favorite fruits to create your own colorful salsa variation.
- → Is it possible to make the chips vegan?
Yes, swap in plant-based butter and maple syrup for vegan-friendly dessert chips and salsa.
- → What makes the chips crispy?
Baking tortillas brushed with melted butter and cocoa-sugar creates a perfectly crisp texture.
- → How can I add extra crunch?
Sprinkle coarse sugar on the chips before baking for additional crunch and sparkle.
- → What dipping sides pair well?
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla yogurt for a creamy side to complement both the chips and salsa.
- → Can these be made gluten-free?
Simply use gluten-free tortillas to make the treat suitable for those avoiding wheat gluten.