Pumpkin Pie Tacos Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional pumpkin pie, featuring crispy tortillas filled with a creamy pumpkin and cream cheese mixture, topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream and pecans for a crunchy garnish. This festive dessert combines fall spices and rich flavors in a fun taco format, perfect for autumn gatherings or holiday treats.
- Author: Bella
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18-24 taco rounds (serves 6-8) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, assembly
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Tortilla Coating
- 6 8-inch Tortillas (makes about 18–24 rounds)
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/3 cup Butter (melted)
Pumpkin Cream Filling
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 3/4 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree
- 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
Whipped Topping
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Garnish
- Prepare the Tortilla Coating: In a shallow dish, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together. Melt the butter in a separate bowl. Dip each tortilla into the melted butter, then coat it in the cinnamon sugar mixture, making sure both sides are well-covered. Cut the tortillas into rounds to create small taco shells.
- Make the Pumpkin Cream Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the canned pumpkin puree, pure vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice, then mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the filling is smooth.
- Whip the Topping: Using a mixer, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip to maintain a light texture.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the pumpkin cream filling into the coated tortilla rounds carefully, creating a taco shape. Top each with a generous dollop of whipped cream and garnish with pecans for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Arrange the pumpkin pie tacos on a serving platter and serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, crunchy, and spiced flavors at their best.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Use canned pumpkin puree to achieve the best texture and flavor.
- The tortilla rounds can be toasted lightly to add extra crispness before coating.
- Pecans can be substituted with walnuts or omitted for nut-free preferences.
- These tacos are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 taco rounds
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Pie Tacos, Pumpkin Dessert, Autumn Dessert, Fall Treat, Cream Cheese Filling, Pumpkin Spice Dessert