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.
The first time I made this dessert for a potluck, it disappeared in minutes. Everyone loved dipping the crisp chocolate chips into the tangy fruit salsa, and it felt great serving something fun yet simple.
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 and bake chips:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix coating:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Butter and sprinkle:
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Sprinkle the cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
- Cut and arrange:
- Stack the tortillas and cut them into 8 wedges each to form chips. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp. Let cool completely.
- Make salsa:
- Meanwhile, prepare the fruit salsa: In a medium bowl, combine strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple. Drizzle with lime juice and honey, and add mint if desired. Toss gently to mix.
- Serve:
- Serve the chocolate chips with the fruit salsa for dipping.
Save This recipe has become a new favorite for our family game nights. Even picky eaters dig right in, and everyone loves choosing their own chip and salsa combos.
Make It Your Own
Try the salsa with other fruits like blueberries, peaches, or grapes. You can also add a pinch of chili powder to the chips for a subtle heat.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla yogurt for dipping. Arrange chips and salsa on a platter for a stunning party treat.
Storage Tips
Store chips in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Fruit salsa is best fresh, but you can refrigerate leftovers for 1 day.
Save Enjoy these sweet chips and salsa as a playful treat everyone will be talking about. Simple to make, but always a delightful surprise.
Kitchen Help
- → How do I make the chips extra crunchy?
Sprinkle coarse sugar over the chips before baking for additional crunch and sweetness.
- → Can I use different fruits in the salsa?
Absolutely! Mix in any combination of seasonal fruits such as peaches, berries, or grapes to create your favorite blend.
- → How can I make this dessert vegan?
Simply use plant-based butter and maple syrup instead of honey. Ensure tortillas are dairy-free as well.
- → What dips can I serve alongside?
Whipped cream or vanilla yogurt make delicious additions for dipping the chocolate chips and salsa.
- → Are there gluten-free alternatives for this dessert?
Use gluten-free flour tortillas to create chips suitable for those avoiding wheat products.
- → How should I store leftover chips and salsa?
Keep chips in an airtight container at room temperature and refrigerate the salsa in a covered bowl for freshness.