Pin Recipe 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.
I first made these dessert chips & salsa for a weekend get-together, and everyone was delighted by the fun combination of chocolate chips and colorful fruit salsa. Even kids loved dipping the crispy chips into the sweet and tangy fruit mixture.
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas: 4 (8-inch)
- Unsalted butter: 3 tbsp, melted
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1½ tbsp
- Ground cinnamon (optional): 1⁄8 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Fresh strawberries: 1 cup, diced
- Kiwi: 1 medium, peeled and diced
- Fresh 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
- Prepare oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make cocoa-sugar mix:
- In a small bowl, mix together sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- Butter tortillas:
- Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Sprinkle the cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
- Cut and arrange chips:
- Stack the tortillas and cut into 8 wedges each to form chips. Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake chips:
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp. Let cool completely.
- Prepare 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 chocolate chips with fruit salsa for dipping.
Pin Recipe Making dessert chips & salsa has become a family favorite for movie nights. Everyone gathers around to dip their chips in the sweet salsa, and it brings smiles all around the table.
Customizations & Variations
Feel free to mix and match seasonal fruits, or try adding a pinch of chili powder to the cocoa mix for a subtle kick.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla yogurt for dipping, or at a party as a playful alternative to traditional chips & salsa.
Storage & Make Ahead
Store leftover chips in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Prepare fruit salsa ahead and chill, but mix with mint right before serving for freshness.
Pin Recipe Enjoy these crispy chocolate chips and vibrant fruit salsa at your next gathering–they're sure to be a sweet conversation starter.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make the chocolate chips crispy?
Brush tortillas with melted butter and sprinkle cocoa-sugar mixture. Bake at 350°F until golden and firm, flipping once.
- → Can I use different fruits for the salsa?
Yes, feel free to substitute or add seasonal fruits, such as berries, peaches, or grapes, to suit your taste.
- → Is this dish suitable for vegans?
For a vegan option, use plant-based butter and maple syrup instead of honey. Double-check tortillas for dairy-free status.
- → What can I serve alongside the chips and salsa?
Whipped cream, vanilla yogurt, or non-dairy alternatives make delicious dips for added texture and flavor.
- → How long does it take to prepare?
It takes about 30 minutes total, including prepping the chips and making the fruit salsa. Easy for quick entertaining.