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Pumpkin Pie Tacos

Pumpkin Pie Tacos: A Fun Twist on Your Fall Favorites

Indulge in delightful Pumpkin Pie Tacos, a creative twist on traditional flavors that are perfect for fall celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Taco Shells
  • 6 pieces Flour Tortillas Substitute corn tortillas for gluten-free options.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be a great natural sweetener alternative.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Omit for a milder taste if desired.
  • 1/3 cup Butter (melted) Swap with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
Creamy Filling
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened) Non-dairy cream cheese works well for a vegan twist.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Try agave syrup for a lower-sugar alternative.
  • 3/4 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Freshly roasted pumpkin can also be used for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Vanilla powder can substitute if needed.
  • 1 1/2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Nutmeg or cinnamon can work as substitutes.
Whipped Topping
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream offers a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 Tbsp Powdered Sugar Consider using honey for a natural sweetener option.
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract (for whipped cream) Almond extract provides a unique twist.
Garnishing
  • Chopped Pecans (for garnish) Substitute with walnuts or skip for a nut-free version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Cookie cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheets and ingredients.
  2. Cut the flour tortillas into 3 to 4 rounds, about 4-4.5 inches in diameter, yielding roughly 20 taco shells.
  3. Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon on a flat plate.
  4. Puncture each tortilla round lightly, brush with melted butter, and coat in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  5. Place the coated tortilla rounds between the cups of an upside-down muffin tin.
  6. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool in the pan.
  7. Beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  8. In another bowl, combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar and beat until smooth, then mix in pumpkin puree and spices.
  9. Fill each taco shell with the pumpkin filling using a spoon or piping bag.
  10. Dollop whipped cream on top and garnish with cinnamon or chopped pecans.
  11. Serve immediately for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the taco shells to cool in the muffin tin to retain their shape. Customize your filling for unique flavors.

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