Cherry enchiladas are a delightful treat. The warm, soft tortillas filled with juicy, sweet cherries create a perfect balance of flavors. Topped with crunchy almonds and a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream, each bite is a heavenly mix of textures and tastes. ๐๐ฎ
Cherry Enchiladas
Cherry enchiladas are a modern twist on traditional Mexican enchiladas. They involve filling tortillas with a sweet cherry mixture, rolling them up, and baking them with a sweet sauce. This dessert version highlights the fusion of Mexican and American culinary traditions.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 5 flour tortillas (10 inch)
- 1 canned cherry pie filling 21 ounce
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup crushed sliced almonds
Instructions
- Combine the water, butter and 1/2 cup of sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Place a few spoonsful of cherry pie filling just slightly off center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the hot liquid over the ‘enchiladas’ making sure to coat the tops completely. The mixture will be watery.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 375หF.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Combine 2 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon and almonds in a small bowl and sprinkle over the top of the enchiladas.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until outside edges of the tortillas are golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.