How to Make an Elephant Ear From Tortilla Shells

Elephant ears are a delicious pastry always found at fairs. I'm sure there's a few way to make them. Here I'll tell you how to make an elephant ears using tortilla shells.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• tortilla shells
• cinnamon sugar
• cooking spray
• pan

1. Get your ingredients together and a frying pan. It's up to you what size you want to make your elephant ear.

2. Put a little bit of cooking oil or spray in the pan.

3. Put the pan on medium heat.

4. Place your tortilla shell in the pan and sprinkle cinnamon and sugar all over it. Let it cook until the tortilla shells starts to bubble a bit, but make sure you are checking the bottom of the tortilla frequently to avoid burning it.

5. When the tortilla shell is browned to your liking take a spatula and flip it over. Sprinkle more cinnamon and sugar all over it. Again, let it cook for a few minutes and then start checking the bottom of the tortilla shell for brownness. It should be nice and crisp and bubbly by now.

6. Once the tortilla shell is completely browned to your liking, turn off the heat and serve up your tortilla shell turned elephant ear. Delicious! My kids LOVE these.

[magnadea]

on 7/3/2009 I have never heard of the term Elephant Ears, but I love the recipe. 5*