Lacy Tortilla Hearts

by the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Capturing the beauty of a lacy doily, these delicate tortilla treats are the perfect ending to any meal.

Yield

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Powdered sugar

Preparation

  1. Cut out 3/4- to 1-inch heart shapes evenly throughout tortillas; discard hearts. Place tortillas in 15X10X1-inch jelly-roll pan.
  2. Combine butter and oil in small bowl; pour evenly over tortillas. Let stand 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  4. Place tortillas in single layer in additional jelly-roll pans or on rimmed baking sheets. Bake 7 to 10 minutes or until crisp. Place tortillas on wire racks or waxed-paper-covered baking sheets. Cool completely. Sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.

Variation

Omit powdered sugar. Combine 1 tablespoon red colored sugar with 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; mix well. Sprinkle over warm tortillas.

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