You probably don’t think of tortillas as a dessert ingredient, but if you add butter and cinnamon sugar it can be! These fruit nachos for one use homemade cinnamon sugar chips as the base, piled high with fresh fruit and finished with a scoop of ice cream. It’s a fun way to eat dessert that just happens to be packed with fiber and way easier than it looks.

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Recipe Highlights

Cinnamon sugar chips you make yourself, just a tortilla, butter, cinnamon and sugar
Uses carb balance tortillas for extra fiber without changing the taste or texture
Ready in about 20 minutes, start to finish
Swap in whatever fruit is in season
Works in the oven or air fryer

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What are Fruit Nachos?

Fruit nachos are a delicious and fun way to enjoy fruit as a snack or dessert. They are made with a of a layer of baked or air fried cinnamon sugar tortilla chips with slices of fresh fruit and a variety of toppings, such as nuts, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, granola, yogurt, whipped cream, and ice cream on top.

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Ingredients

Carb Balance Tacos:

In this recipe, I’m using a low carb flour tortilla instead of a regular tortilla. This is primarily for the high fiber amount in these tortillas. I like the Mission brand for texture and taste but you can use a comparable brand.

Spray Cooking Oil:

Look for the version that only has one ingredient and no propellants. For this recipe, I’m using avocado spray oil because it can bake or air fry at a higher temperature. The taste is also neutral which works well for this dessert recipe.

Sugar:

I’m using regular cane sugar in this recipe as a taste preference. You can substitute for a sugar alternative like Monk Fruit to keep these low carb.

Different Fruits:

Since this recipe was developed during the summer I’m using all of my favorite summer fruits such as mango, kiwi, strawberries, and blueberries. If you are making this recipe when these fruits are out of season simply sub in your favorite fruit to this recipe.

Substitutions

Tortillas:

If you aren’t a fan of low carb tortillas you can also substitute these for a regular tortilla. Just make sure they are the small or taco size tortillas for these fruit nachos.

Spray Oil:

In this recipe I’m using avocado oil but spray olive oil (without the propellants) or canola oil can also be used instead.

Sugar:

Looking for a lower-sugar dessert? Swap the sugar in this recipe for Truvia granulated sugar or monk fruit sweetener as a great low carb option.

Different Fruits:

Not a fan of tropical fruit? Swap out the fruits for any of your favorites instead or use what’s in season.

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How to Make It

Follow these step by step visual instructions to make this recipe.

Step 1: Preheat your oven or air fryer

If you are using an oven preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2: Prep your cookie sheet or air fryer

Line a cookie sheet or sheet pan with parchment paper or foil (for easy clean-up) for oven baking.

Step 3: Prep your butter

Melt your butter in your microwave or in a small saucepan on the stovetop.

Step 4: Combine sugar and cinnamon

In a small bowl combine sugar and cinnamon together with a spoon.

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Step 5: Prep your tortillas

Lay the tortilla on a cutting board and brush the unbaked tortilla with the melted butter on one side, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.

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Step 6: Cut your tortillas into nacho shapes

Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the tortilla into 6 pieces.

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Step 7: Add your tortillas to your baking sheet

Put the flour tortilla chip pieces onto the lined baking sheet in an even layer and bake for about 10-12 minutes.

Step 8: Prep your fruit toppings

Prepare your fruit and nuts by cutting them into small pieces while your dessert nachos cook.

Step 9: Arrange and enjoy!

Arrange the tortilla chip pieces onto your plate and top them with your fresh fruit, pistachios, light ice cream and/or light whipped cream. Enjoy your fruit nachos!

Find the measurements and full recipe below in the recipe card!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are fruit nachos?

Fruit nachos are a dessert made with cinnamon sugar tortilla chips topped with fresh fruit and sweet toppings like ice cream, whipped cream, or nuts. They’re a fun twist on traditional nachos that lets fruit take center stage.

What fruit works best for fruit nachos?

Almost any fresh fruit works. Strawberries, blueberries, mango, and kiwi are a classic combination but peaches, raspberries, pineapple, and banana are all great options. Use whatever is ripe and in season for the best flavor.

Can I use regular tortillas instead of carb balance?

Absolutely! Any small flour tortilla works here. Just make sure you’re using taco size, not burrito size. The carb balance tortillas add extra fiber but the taste and texture of the chips is the same either way.

Can I make fruit nachos for more than one person?

Easily. Add one tortilla per person and scale up the fruit and toppings to match. The method stays exactly the same, just make sure not to overcrowd the pan so the chips crisp evenly.

Can I make fruit nachos in the air fryer?

Yes, air fry the chips at 375°F for about 8 minutes, shaking halfway through. The rest of the recipe stays exactly the same.

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Fruit Nachos for One

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Homemade cinnamon sugar tortilla chips topped with fresh fruit and a scoop of ice cream. A fun single serving dessert ready in 20 minutes.

Author: The Solo Spoon
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 0 hours
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Yield: 1
Category: Dessert
Method: Oven/Air Fryer

Instructions

OVEN INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat the oven to 375 F
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
Next, melt your butter. You can complete this step in the microwave or you can melt it in a small saucepan on the stovetop.
In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon with a spoon.
Put your tortilla on a cutting board.
Brush the tortillas with the melted butter on one side, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top of each. Shake off an excess that doesn’t stick.
Use a knife or a pizza cutter to cut the tortilla into 6 pieces.
Put the tortilla chip pieces onto the lined baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes.
About half way through you’ll want to shake the tray and spray with some cooking oil spray if they seem dry.
Prepare your fruit and nuts by chopping them into bite sized pieces.
Once the chips have finished baking and have cooled, arrange them on a plate.
Add your fresh fruit, pistachios, and light ice cream or light whipped cream
Eat and enjoy this sweet treat!

AIR FRYER INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat your air fryer to 375 F
Next, melt your butter. You can complete this step in the microwave.
In another small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
Add your tortilla to a cutting board with a piece of parchment paper on your working space.
Brush the tortillas with the melted butter on one side, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top of each. Shake off the extra.
Use a knife or a pizza cutter to cut the tortilla into 6 pieces.
Transfer your small parchment paper sheet with the flour tortilla chip pieces into your air fryer and cook for 8 minutes. If using 2 tortillas just make sure to spread them out and do not overcrowd the bin. You will need to shake the air fryer tray about halfway through and possibly spray with the cooking spray to make them extra crisp while air frying.
Air fry on 375 for about 8 minutes.
Prepare your fruit and nuts by chopping them into bite sized pieces.
Once the tortilla chips have finished baking, arrange them onto your serving plate.
Add your fresh fruit, pistachios, and ice cream or whipped cream
Eat and enjoy this sweet treat!