Save Pin A playful, sweet twist on the classic appetizer, these crispy homemade chocolate tortilla chips are served with a vibrant, refreshing fruit salsa. Perfect for parties or as an inventive finish to any meal.
I first made these Dessert Chips & Salsa for a family get-together, and everyone was instantly intrigued by the idea. Watching guests dip chocolate chips into the colorful fruit salsa made for a fun, memorable treat that was gone in minutes!
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
- Pinch of salt: to taste
- Fresh strawberries, diced: 1 cup
- Medium kiwi, peeled and diced: 1
- 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
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make Cocoa-Sugar Mix:
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Prep Tortillas:
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Sprinkle cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
- Cut and Arrange Chips:
- Stack tortillas and cut into 8 wedges each to form chips. Arrange chips in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake Chips:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. Cool completely.
- Prepare Fruit Salsa:
- In a medium bowl, combine strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple. Drizzle with lime juice and honey, add mint if desired, and toss gently.
- Serve:
- Serve chocolate chips with fruit salsa for dipping.
Save Pin This recipe became a hit at our cousin's birthday party—everyone, from toddlers to grandparents, dove in for seconds! Now, it's our family's go-to fun dessert for special occasions.
Required Tools
You'll need a baking sheet, parchment paper, small and medium mixing bowls, a pastry brush, and a knife plus cutting board.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (tortillas) and dairy (butter). May contain tree nuts, depending on tortilla brand. For allergen-free treats, select gluten-free tortillas and plant-based butter, and always double-check ingredient labels.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides about 220 calories, 7 g total fat, 39 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.
Save Pin Serve Dessert Chips & Salsa right away for a crisp bite and the freshest flavors. It's a playful finish that's sure to delight kids and adults alike.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I keep chocolate chips crisp?
Bake until golden and cool completely before serving to ensure they stay crispy.
- → Can I use other fruits in the salsa?
Yes, swap in any fresh, seasonal fruits like berries, peaches, or grapes for a tasty variation.
- → Is this dish suitable for vegans?
Use plant-based butter and maple syrup to easily make it vegan-friendly without sacrificing flavor.
- → What dipping options pair well with dessert chips?
Try whipped cream or vanilla yogurt for a creamy complement to the chips and salsa.
- → Can gluten-free tortillas be used?
Absolutely. Gluten-free flour tortillas work well and keep the dish accessible for different diets.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Store chips in an airtight container at room temperature; refrigerate fruit salsa separately.