Dessert Chips Fruit Salsa

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Enjoy homemade chocolate tortilla chips baked until crisp and lightly dusted with cocoa and sugar, paired with a refreshing salsa of strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, apple, and a splash of lime juice. This lively fusion is perfect for parties or as an inventive end to meals—playful, easy to prepare, and full of vibrant flavor. Easily adapted for various diets or taste preferences, it's a fun and colorful way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Serve with whipped cream or yogurt for an extra creamy touch.

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By Hannah Collins

Updated on Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:34:00 GMT

Crispy chocolate tortilla chips served with vibrant fruit salsa for dipping. | cinnamonglow.com

A playful, sweet twist on the classic appetizer—crispy homemade chocolate tortilla chips served with a vibrant, refreshing fruit salsa. Perfect for parties or as an inventive finish to any meal.

I first made these dessert chips for a movie night with friends, and they couldn't stop talking about how unique and delicious they were. Everyone loved mixing and matching fruit salsa scoops with warm, crispy chocolate chips.

Ingredients

Chocolate Chips: 4 flour tortillas (8-inch), 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional), Pinch of salt
Fruit Salsa: 1 cup fresh strawberries diced, 1 medium kiwi peeled and diced, ½ cup fresh pineapple diced, ½ cup mango diced, ½ small apple diced, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup, 1 tbsp fresh mint finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

Prep the Chips:: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Coating:: In a small bowl, mix together sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon if using, and salt.
Butter and Sprinkle:: Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter. Sprinkle cocoa-sugar mixture evenly over both sides.
Cut and Arrange:: Stack tortillas and cut into 8 wedges each to form chips. Arrange chips in a single layer on baking sheet.
Bake Chips:: Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. Let cool completely.
Make Fruit Salsa:: In a medium bowl, combine strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple. Drizzle with lime juice and honey or maple syrup, add mint if desired, and toss gently.
Serve:: Enjoy chocolate chips with fruit salsa for dipping.

My family loves getting involved—kids enjoy assembling the fruit salsa and cutting the chips. It's a dessert we make together on game nights or birthdays.

Serving Ideas

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla yogurt on the side for dipping, or try pairing with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.

Variations

Switch up the fruit salsa with whatever is in season: peaches, cherries, or grapes add fresh flavor. Sprinkle chips with coarse sugar for extra crunch.

Nutritional Information

Each serving offers about 220 calories, with 7 g fat, 39 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.

Sweet and crunchy Dessert Chips & Salsa are perfect for festive gatherings. | cinnamonglow.com

Enjoy this interactive dessert as a playful end to any meal. Both the chocolate chips and fruit salsa can be made ahead for easy party prep.

Dessert Chips Fruit Salsa

Chocolate tortilla chips and lively fruit salsa offer a sweet, unexpected treat for ending meals or sharing with friends.

Prep duration

20 min

Time to cook

10 min

Complete duration

30 min

Created by Hannah Collins

Classification Sweet Treats

Skill level Easy

Cultural Origin Fusion

Output 4 Portion count

Dietary considerations Meat-free

Components

Chocolate Chips

01 4 each flour tortillas (8-inch diameter)

02 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

03 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

04 1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

05 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

06 Pinch salt

Fruit Salsa

01 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced

02 1 medium kiwi, peeled and diced

03 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced

04 1/2 cup mango, diced

05 1/2 small apple, diced

06 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

07 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

08 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)

Method

Phase 01

Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for nonstick preparation.

Phase 02

Prepare Cocoa-Sugar Mix: In a small bowl, blend the granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon if using, and salt until evenly combined.

Phase 03

Butter & Coat Tortillas: Brush both sides of each flour tortilla thoroughly with melted butter. Evenly sprinkle the cocoa-sugar mixture across both surfaces.

Phase 04

Cut Tortillas Into Chips: Stack the coated tortillas and cut each into 8 wedges to yield uniform chip shapes. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Phase 05

Bake Until Crisp: Bake the tortilla wedges for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping midway through, until chips are crisp. Allow to cool fully before serving.

Phase 06

Prepare Fruit Salsa: Combine diced strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, and apple in a medium mixing bowl. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and honey or maple syrup, and add chopped mint if desired. Toss gently to combine.

Phase 07

Serve: Present the chocolate tortilla chips alongside the fruit salsa for dipping.

Tools needed

Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Small mixing bowl
Pastry brush
Knife
Cutting board
Medium mixing bowl

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consult with a healthcare professional if you're uncertain about any ingredients.

Contains wheat and dairy.
May contain tree nuts depending on tortilla brand.
For allergen-free options, select gluten-free tortillas and plant-based butter.

Nutritional breakdown (per portion)

These values are provided as estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.

Energy: 220
Fats: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 39 g
Protein Content: 3 g