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Fried Cinnamon Strips

By: Arrenia Grubb 
"Flour tortilla strips are deep-fried then coated with cinnamon and sugar for a quick, crunchy snack."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (51)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
1 Minute
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 3 dozen
 

Ingredients

  • 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 82 | Total Fat: 2.8g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2006 by Momof2   view full review
These are amazing. They are quick, inexpensive, and the easiest thing in the world to make. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by DREGINEK   view full review
Perfect end to our mexican-themed dinner last night- absolutely perfect!! I cut these into...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2004 by JENNIFER72_00   view full review
What a fun, fast and easy recipe! I used kitchen scissors to cut my overlapped tortillas into...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by JOSIE   view full review
These made a great snack for the kids and I. They were very quick and easy to make and tasted...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by BlondeCook   view full review
These were delicious. I made these for a dinner party last night early in the day and stored...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by LINDA MCLEAN   view full review
Oh my, how good are these?! Had nothing better to do yesterday, as yet AGAIN, N.J. got another...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2007 by SOUTHERN_GAL12000   view full review
Excellent dessert to finish off a mexican meal. And easy to make too. We don't use regular...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2003 by BABSKITCHEN   view full review
I have been making these cinnamon strips for several years. Very easy to make but a little...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by MAGGIE MCGUIRE   view full review
Last weekend we had an outdoor work party with some friends. In order to ensure that my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2003 by ACPHIFER   view full review
This is a great way to use leftover tortillas. My son devoured them! Reminded him of his...

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