Description
A fun and easy-to-make sweet treat using crispy tortilla chips layered with chocolate, caramel, fruits, and other toppings. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a dessert bar, these dessert nachos are customizable and crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (serves 4–6):
For the Base:
8–10 large tortilla chips (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Toppings:
½ cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or white)
½ cup caramel sauce
½ cup mini marshmallows
½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
½ banana, sliced
¼ cup crushed nuts (optional)
Sprinkles, cookie crumbs, or shredded coconut for garnish
Whipped cream or ice cream, for serving
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Tortilla Chips
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Brush tortilla chips lightly with melted butter.
Mix sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over chips.
Spread chips on a baking sheet and bake 5–7 minutes until lightly golden and crispy. Remove and cool slightly.
Step 2: Assemble Dessert Nachos
Arrange baked tortilla chips on a serving plate.
Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the warm chips to allow slight melting.
Drizzle caramel sauce over the chips.
Add mini marshmallows, sliced banana, berries, and crushed nuts.
Step 3: Garnish and Serve
Top with sprinkles, cookie crumbs, or shredded coconut.
Serve immediately with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.
Notes
- Chip Options: Use flavored tortilla chips like cinnamon sugar or plain for a different twist.
- Dessert Nacho Bar: Set up toppings separately and let guests build their own plates.
- Make Ahead: Prepare chips in advance, but add chocolate and toppings just before serving to keep them crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–10 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Baked / No-Bake Assembly
- Cuisine: American