What are churro dessert tacos made of?

Churro dessert tacos are made by shaping small flour tortillas into taco shells, then frying or baking them and coating them in cinnamon sugar. They're filled with creamy or fruity desserts like whipped cream, pudding, ice cream, or Nutella.

Can I bake churro taco shells instead of frying?

Yes! You can brush tortillas with butter, drape them over oven-safe racks or taco molds, and bake them at 400°F for 6–8 minutes. Once baked, coat them in cinnamon sugar while still warm for that classic churro texture.

What fillings go best in a churro taco?

Great fillings include vanilla pudding, banana slices, strawberries, whipped cream, Nutella, or cottage cheese ice cream for a protein boost. You can even add tropical twists with pineapple or mango inspired by tropical custard toast .

Are churro dessert tacos kid-friendly?

Absolutely. They’re fun to eat, customizable, and can be filled with anything from chocolate chips to fruit and mini marshmallows. You can even turn them into a DIY taco bar for kids’ parties.

Churro Dessert Tacos – Fun, Crispy & Creamy Treats

Churro Dessert Tacos – Crispy, Creamy & Totally Fun

Print Recipe

Churro dessert tacos are cinnamon-sugar coated tortilla shells filled with creamy, fruity, or chocolatey fillings—perfect for brunch, parties, or anytime you want a sweet treat.

Author: Hana Martin
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 6 tacos 1x
Category: Dessert, Brunch
Method: Fried or Baked
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

6 small flour tortillas
½ cup melted butter
½ cup granulated sugar
1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
Cooking oil or spray
1 cup whipped cream or topping
1 banana, sliced
½ cup chocolate sauce or pudding
Optional: berries, Nutella, nuts

Instructions

1. Mix cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl.

2. Fry or bake tortillas folded into taco shapes until crisp.

3. Brush warm shells with melted butter.

4. Roll each in cinnamon sugar until coated.

5. Let shells cool upright to hold shape.

6. Fill with whipped cream, banana slices, and chocolate.

7. Top with berries, sauce, or your favorite toppings.

8. Serve immediately.

Notes

Baked shells are crisp but lighter than fried.
You can prep shells a day ahead and store in an airtight container.
Try other fillings like cottage cheese ice cream or tropical fruit.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 270
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: churro dessert tacos, sweet tacos, cinnamon sugar tortillas, dessert brunch tacos

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