Description
A refreshing medley of fresh, sweet fruits tossed together to create a juicy salsa, served with crispy, golden-baked cinnamon tortilla chips. This fruit salsa with cinnamon chips is light, vibrant, and absolutely addictive. Whether you’re hosting a summer brunch or looking for a new way to satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of texture and flavor. It’s easy to customize, kid-friendly, and comes together in under 30 minutes. The crunchy cinnamon chips perfectly complement the juicy fruit salsa, making it an instant crowd-pleaser that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
For the Fruit Salsa:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced
- 1 apple (Gala or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
- 1 kiwi, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1–2 teaspoons white sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fruit preserves (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon or lime juice
For the Cinnamon Chips:
- 6 small flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly.
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Dice strawberries, apple, and kiwi into small, even pieces. Gently fold in raspberries and blueberries.
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Add sugar, lemon/lime juice, and optional fruit preserves. Stir gently.
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Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Brush tortillas with melted butter. Mix cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl and sprinkle generously over both sides.
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Slice tortillas into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
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Bake for 8–12 minutes until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
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Serve fruit salsa with cinnamon chips arranged around it.
Notes
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Always use fresh, firm fruit for best texture and presentation.
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Don’t overbake chips—they can go from golden to burnt quickly.
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Add a tablespoon of chopped mint or a splash of orange juice for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Bake (for chips), Chill (for salsa)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salsa + 5–6 chips
- Calories: 210