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Close-up of Pumpkin Pie Tacos with whipped cream, cinnamon-sugar shell, and chopped pecan topping

Pumpkin Pie Tacos


  • Author: Mounia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 tacos 1x

Description

These Pumpkin Pie Tacos combine creamy pumpkin filling, a crisp cinnamon-sugar tortilla shell, and whipped cream for the ultimate handheld fall dessert. Quick, festive, and perfect for parties or holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale

Taco Shells:

  • 6 (8-inch) tortillas – makes about 1824 rounds

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • ⅓ cup butter, melted

Pumpkin Pie Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

  • ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree

  • ½ tsp pure vanilla extract

  • 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

Whipped Cream:

  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • Chopped pecans, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

  • Prep shells: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut 3–4 rounds (4–4.5 inches) from each tortilla to make about 20 shells. Mix cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Poke tortillas with a fork 4–5 times. Brush both sides with melted butter and coat in cinnamon sugar.

  • Bake: Flip a muffin tin upside down and place tortillas between the cups to create a taco shape. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden. Let cool in the pan.

  • Make whipped cream: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.

  • Make filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice, mixing until fully combined.

  • Assemble: Spoon or pipe pumpkin filling into cooled shells. Top with whipped cream, sprinkle with cinnamon and pecans, and serve immediately.

Notes

To make ahead: Prepare pumpkin filling up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate. Fill shells just before serving.
Nut-free option: Use crushed graham crackers or toffee bits instead of pecans.
Store-bought whipped cream works, but homemade elevates the flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 160 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 85 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 22 mg