Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips Recipe

Strawberries: Fresh and juicy, they add a sweet and slightly tart flavor to the salsa.

Kiwi: Adds a tangy and unique taste, along with a vibrant green color.

Pineapple: Provides a tropical sweetness and a bit of acidity to balance the flavors.

Mango: Adds a creamy texture and a rich, sweet flavor.

Lime juice: Enhances the freshness and adds a zesty kick to the salsa.

Honey: A natural sweetener that helps to blend all the flavors together.

Flour tortillas: The base for the cinnamon chips, providing a crispy texture.

Butter: Used to brush the tortillas, helping the cinnamon sugar stick and adding richness.

Sugar: Combined with cinnamon to create a sweet coating for the chips.

Cinnamon: Adds warmth and spice to the sugar coating on the chips.

When preparing the fruit salsa, ensure that all the fruits are diced uniformly. This not only enhances the presentation but also ensures that each bite delivers a balanced mix of flavors. For the cinnamon chips, make sure to brush the tortilla wedges evenly with melted butter before sprinkling the sugar and cinnamon mixture. This will help the cinnamon sugar adhere better and create a more consistent, crispy texture.

• diced strawberries - Substitute with diced raspberries: Raspberries provide a similar sweet and tart flavor profile and a comparable texture.

• diced kiwi - Substitute with diced green grapes: Green grapes offer a similar juicy texture and a mild sweetness that complements the other fruits.

• diced pineapple - Substitute with diced peaches: Peaches have a sweet and slightly tangy flavor that pairs well with the other fruits in the salsa.

• diced mango - Substitute with diced papaya: Papaya has a similar tropical sweetness and soft texture, making it a good alternative to mango.

• lime juice - Substitute with lemon juice: Lemon juice provides a similar acidity and citrus flavor to brighten the fruit salsa.

• honey - Substitute with agave syrup: Agave syrup has a similar sweetness and consistency, making it a suitable alternative to honey.

• flour tortillas - Substitute with corn tortillas: Corn tortillas can be used for a different texture and flavor, and they are also gluten-free.

• melted butter - Substitute with coconut oil: Coconut oil provides a similar fat content and a slight coconut flavor that complements the fruit salsa.

• sugar - Substitute with coconut sugar: Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index and a slight caramel flavor that works well with the cinnamon.

• cinnamon - Substitute with nutmeg: Nutmeg offers a warm, spicy flavor that can be used as an alternative to cinnamon.

• To keep your fruit salsa fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay vibrant and delicious for up to 3 days.

• If you want to enjoy the cinnamon chips later, let them cool completely after baking. Then, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will remain crispy for up to a week.

• For longer storage, you can freeze the fruit salsa. Place it in a freezer-safe container, leaving some space at the top for expansion. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

• The cinnamon chips can also be frozen. After cooling, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes to restore crispiness.

• When preparing to serve the frozen fruit salsa, give it a good stir to redistribute the juices and flavors. You might need to drain some excess liquid if it appears too watery.

• If you notice the cinnamon chips have lost some of their crunch after freezing, a quick bake in the oven will bring them back to life. Just be sure to watch them closely to avoid burning.

• For an extra touch, you can sprinkle a bit more cinnamon and sugar on the chips after reheating to enhance their flavor.

• Remember, the fresher the fruit, the better the salsa will taste. So, if you have the option, use fresh, ripe strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, and mango for the best results.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Spread the leftover cinnamon chips on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Bake for about 5-7 minutes, or until they regain their crispiness.
  4. For the fruit salsa, place it in an oven-safe dish, cover with aluminum foil, and warm it for about 10 minutes. This will make it slightly warm but not hot, preserving the fresh taste of the fruits.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place the cinnamon chips on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Microwave on high for 15-20 seconds. Check for crispiness and add more time if needed, in 10-second intervals.
  3. For the fruit salsa, transfer it to a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on medium power for 30 seconds, stir, and then heat for another 30 seconds if necessary. Be cautious not to overheat, as it can make the fruits mushy.

• Stovetop Method:

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place the cinnamon chips in the skillet and heat for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they become crispy again.
  3. For the fruit salsa, use a small saucepan. Heat on low, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until it’s slightly warm.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Place the cinnamon chips in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Air fry for 2-3 minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning.
  4. For the fruit salsa, you can use an oven-safe dish that fits in your air fryer. Cover with foil and warm for about 5 minutes.

• Oven: Used to bake the tortilla wedges until they are crispy.

• Large bowl: Used to combine and mix the diced fruits with lime juice and honey.

• Baking sheet: Used to place the tortilla wedges on for baking.

• Pastry brush: Used to brush the melted butter onto the tortilla wedges.

• Small bowl: Used to mix the sugar and cinnamon together.

• Knife: Used to dice the strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, and mango.

• Cutting board: Used as a surface for dicing the fruits.

• Measuring cups: Used to measure the quantities of strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, and mango.

• Measuring spoons: Used to measure the lime juice, honey, sugar, and cinnamon.

• Mixing spoon: Used to mix the fruit salsa ingredients together.

Prep ingredients ahead: Dice the strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, and mango the night before and store them in the fridge.

Use pre-cut fruit: Save time by buying pre-diced fruit from the store.

Batch bake chips: Bake multiple trays of tortilla wedges at once to reduce oven time.

Mix spices in bulk: Prepare a large batch of cinnamon sugar mix and store it for future use.

Efficient brushing: Use a pastry brush to quickly and evenly apply melted butter on the tortillas.