Save A playful, sweet twist on the classic appetizer—crispy homemade chocolate tortilla chips served with a vibrant, refreshing fruit salsa. Perfect for parties or as an inventive finish to any meal.
I first created these dessert chips and salsa for a family picnic, and everyone loved dipping the chocolatey crisps into tangy, juicy fruit. It's always a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Chocolate Chips: 4 flour tortillas (8-inch), 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted), 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon (optional), Pinch of salt
- Fruit Salsa: 1 cup fresh strawberries (diced), 1 medium kiwi (peeled and diced), ½ cup fresh pineapple (diced), ½ cup mango (diced), ½ small apple (diced), 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup, 1 tbsp fresh mint (finely chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Prep Chips:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Coating:
- In a small bowl, mix together sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Prepare Tortillas:
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Sprinkle the cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
- Cut & Arrange:
- Stack the tortillas and cut into 8 wedges each for chips. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. Let cool completely.
- Make 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 the chocolate chips with the fruit salsa for dipping.
Save My kids love helping make this recipe, especially tossing the fruit salsa and cutting chips with me. It's now a birthday party staple in our house.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (tortillas) and dairy (butter). May contain tree nuts depending on tortilla brand. For allergen-free, use gluten-free tortillas and plant-based butter—always check labels for safety.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowls, pastry brush, knife, cutting board
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 220 calories, 7 g total fat, 39 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein
Save Serve these colorful chips and salsa at your next gathering for a fun, unexpected sweet treat. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and crunch.
Recipe Guide
- → How are chocolate chips made for this dish?
Flour tortillas are brushed with melted butter, coated in a cocoa-sugar mixture, then baked until crisp to create chocolate chips.
- → What fruits work best in the salsa?
Fresh strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple add vibrant flavors, but any seasonal fruit can be used.
- → Can this dessert be made vegan?
Yes, substitute plant-based butter and maple syrup for a vegan-friendly preparation.
- → What dips go well alongside these chips?
Whipped cream or vanilla yogurt make excellent creamy accompaniments to the sweet, crispy chips.
- → How can you add extra crunch?
Sprinkling coarse sugar on the chips before baking offers more texture and crunchiness.
- → What tools are needed for preparation?
A baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowls, knife, cutting board, and pastry brush are required for this dish.