Every once in a while I need a break from salty and spicy chips. When I need that salty and/or spicy chip break I make these sweet chips. These cinnamon sugar chips are based on Mexican buñuelos, a fried sweet snack. While delicious buñuelos are rather time consuming and these little chips are a great alternative. There actually isn’t much of a recipe as they are super quick to make. But don’t let that fool you the flavors are intense and perfect for satisfying that sweet craving.
Mexico On My Plate: Sweet Tortilla Chips and Cinco De Mayo
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
These sweet tortilla chips are a quick and delicious alternative to traditional buñuelos, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 4 flour tortillas, either homemade or store-bought
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).
- In a deep bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon until well mixed.
- Stack the flour tortillas and, depending on their size, cut them into wedges or strips.
- Brush each tortilla piece lightly with olive oil or melted butter on both sides.
- Dip each piece into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Place the coated tortilla pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the chips are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
It helps if the tortillas are a few days old or are dry, as this makes them crisp up quicker. You could also leave fresher tortillas out on the counter for 30 minutes before baking. These chips are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0
Cinco de Mayo (5th of May, Mexican Holiday) is in a few days. Please make sure you check out the Mexico On My Plate archives for some authentic Mexican recipes ideas. Enjoy and Feliz Cinco de Mayo! 
I love a snack like this
Easy and muy rico tambien! I’m making these tomorrow – Happy Cinco de Mayo!
nice alternative to the same-old-same-old tortilla chips.
Thank you and it really is. Happy Cinco de Mayo!