APPLE BURRITOS
An ideal after school snack
Preparation Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 mins
Serves: 4
Ingredients;
2 Tbsp (25ml) Unsalted Butter
6 Ontario Apples, peeled ( if desired) and cut into thin slices
1 Tsp (5ml) Cinnamon
1/4 tsp (1ml) Ground Ginger
1 tsp (5ml) Cornstarch
3 Tbsp (45ml) Ontario Maple Syrup
4- Large Flour tortillas, preferably whole grain
Topping:
1 Tsp (5ml) Butter Melted
1 Tsp (5ml) granulated sugar
Preparation:
Additional Fillings: (Optional); dried cranberries, raisins, granola, toasted coconut, chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
Additional Toppings: (Optional); Ontario maple syrup, Ontario Honey, frozen vanilla yogurt, or ice cream.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add apples begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir cornstarch into maple syrup until dissolved.
Add to apple mixture, stirring constantly until boiling and thickened, about 2 minutes. Divide apple mixture among the tortillas, placing in a row on the bottom third of each.
If using additional filling, top apples with 2 tbsp (25ml). Roll bottom of tortilla over filling; flip sides over then roll up tightly to close.
Place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
Topping:
Brush tops with melted butter; sprinkle with sugar. Bake in the oven at 425° F ( 220° C) until crispy, about 15 minutes.
Serve warm or at room temperature, sliced diagonally in half with additional toppings if desired.
Nutrients Per Serving:
Protein: 30 grams
Fat: 4.5 grams
Carbohydrates: 26.0 grams
Calories: 151
Fiber: 4 grams