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Fried Cinnamon Strips

SUBMITTED BY: Arrenia Grubb

"Flour tortilla strips are deep-fried then coated with cinnamon and sugar for a quick, crunchy snack."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 48 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  1 Minute
READY IN  30 Min
Original recipe yield 3 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 10 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  • 3 cups oil for frying

DIRECTIONS

  1. Combine sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a large resealable plastic bag. Seal and toss to mix.
  2. Heat oil in deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry 4 or 5 tortilla strips for 30 seconds on a side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. While still warm, place fried tortillas in bag and shake to coat with sugar mixture. Serve at once or store in an airtight container.

FOOTNOTES

  • Editor's Note
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2006 by TchrJrHi
These are amazing. They are quick, inexpensive, and the easiest thing in the world to make. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by DREGINEK
Perfect end to our mexican-themed dinner last night- absolutely perfect!! I cut these into... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2004 by JENNIFER72_00
What a fun, fast and easy recipe! I used kitchen scissors to cut my overlapped tortillas into... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by JOSIE
These made a great snack for the kids and I. They were very quick and easy to make and tasted... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by LINDA MCLEAN
Oh my, how good are these?! Had nothing better to do yesterday, as yet AGAIN, N.J. got another... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by BlondeCook
These were delicious. I made these for a dinner party last night early in the day and stored... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2003 by BABSKITCHEN
I have been making these cinnamon strips for several years. Very easy to make but a little... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by MAGGIE MCGUIRE
Last weekend we had an outdoor work party with some friends. In order to ensure that my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2007 by SOUTHERN_GAL12000
Excellent dessert to finish off a mexican meal. And easy to make too. We don't use regular... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by ACPHIFER
This is a great way to use leftover tortillas. My son devoured them! Reminded him of his...