Fall Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Wraps (Print Version)

Sweet cinnamon-sugar tortillas baked with apples, perfect for fall and easy enough for any home cook.

# Components:

→ Wraps

01 - 6 medium flour tortillas

→ Filling

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and finely diced (optional)

→ Topping

07 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend softened butter, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract together until fully incorporated. Fold in diced apple if using.
03 - Lay flour tortillas flat and spread the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over each one, leaving a 1/2-inch border uncovered.
04 - Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Brush wraps with melted butter. Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over the tops.
06 - Bake in preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, until wraps are golden brown and edges crisp.
07 - Remove from oven and allow wraps to cool briefly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses just a handful of pantry ingredients and is ready in under half an hour
  • Perfect for kids to help with rolling and topping
  • Bakes up golden crisp on the outside and gooey in the center
  • Great for using up apples or tortillas
02 -
  • This dessert is high in comforting flavors and just the right amount of sweetness
  • It works for breakfast too maybe with a smear of cream cheese
  • Wraps freeze beautifully for make-ahead treats
03 -
  • Make sure your butter is fully softened for smooth filling. If it is cold it will be hard to spread and may tear the tortillas
  • Do not overfill or let filling pile at the seam edges to avoid leaks
  • Always use parchment so the caramelized sugars do not stick to your tray
  • A simple pastry brush helps with applying melted butter evenly but you can also use the back of a spoon if needed
  • Kids love helping roll and sprinkle so make this a family event

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