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 these dessert chips & salsa for friends, they disappeared in minutes. Everyone loved how the crispy chocolate tortillas paired with the bright, juicy fruit.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas: 4 (8-inch)
- Unsalted butter: 3 tbsp, melted
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1½ tbsp
- Ground cinnamon (optional): ⅛ tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Strawberries: 1 cup, diced
- Kiwi: 1 medium, peeled and diced
- Pineapple: ½ cup, diced
- Mango: ½ cup, diced
- Apple: ½ small, diced
- Fresh lime juice: 1 tbsp
- Honey or maple syrup: 1 tbsp
- Fresh mint (optional): 1 tbsp, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prep oven and pan:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make cocoa mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon and salt.
- Butter tortillas:
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter, then sprinkle cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
- Cut and arrange chips:
- Stack tortillas and cut into 8 wedges each. Arrange chips in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake chips:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. Let chips cool completely.
- Make fruit salsa:
- In a medium bowl, mix strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple. Add lime juice, honey, and mint if using. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve:
- Enjoy chocolate chips with fruit salsa for dipping.
Save This recipe quickly became a family favorite at our weekend barbecues. The kids especially look forward to dipping the chocolate chips in the fruity salsa.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, small and medium mixing bowls, pastry brush, knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (tortillas) and dairy (butter). For allergen-free, use gluten-free tortillas and plant-based butter; always check labels for cross-contamination risks.
Nutritional Information
Each serving: 220 calories, 7 g fat, 39 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein.
Save Try these dessert chips & salsa at your next gathering—they're sure to start conversations and disappear fast.
Recipe Questions
- → How do I keep chocolate chips crisp?
Bake the chips in a single layer and let them cool completely to maintain maximum crunch.
- → Can I use other fruits in the salsa?
Yes, feel free to substitute seasonal fruits or favorites like blueberries or peaches for variety.
- → What is a good dip for dessert chips?
Try whipped cream, vanilla yogurt, or even chocolate sauce for extra indulgence with the chips.
- → How do I make this dish vegan?
Use plant-based butter and maple syrup instead of honey to create a vegan-friendly version.
- → Can I prepare dessert chips ahead of time?
Yes, bake the chips and chop fruits in advance; assemble the salsa just before serving for freshest taste.
- → Are these chips suitable for gluten-free diets?
Absolutely! Use gluten-free tortillas and check labels of other ingredients for cross-contamination concerns.