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Valentine Heart Tortilla Chips with Cream Cheese Dip

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Valentine Heart-shaped cinnamon sugar tortilla chips paired with fluffy vanilla cream cheese dip. A unique Valentine’s Day dessert that’s both fun and delicious

Looking for a unique Valentine’s Day treat that combines the irresistible crunch of chips with the sweetness of dessert? These adorable Valentine Heart Tortilla Chips with Cream Cheese Dip is it! Heart-shaped tortilla chips, dusted with cinnamon sugar and drizzled with white chocolate, paired with a creamy vanilla dip, are the perfect way to say “I love you” with a creative twist. This recipe transforms simple tortillas into a festive treat that’s sure to make hearts flutter!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

What makes this recipe special isn’t just its heart-shaped presentation – it’s the perfect balance of textures and flavors. The crispy tortilla chips are transformed into a sweet treat with a hint of cinnamon, while the smooth cream cheese dip adds a rich, indulgent touch. Best of all, these can be made quickly with simple ingredients you might already have in your pantry.

Equipment:

Yield: 2 Dozen Chips and 9 Ounces of Vanilla Dip

Timings:

  • Prep time: 40 minutes
  • Active time: 40 minutes
  • Idle time: 20 minutes
  • Total time: 60 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Heart Chips :

For the Cream Cheese Dip

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1-2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • Valentine’s Day sprinkles for garnish

Instructions:

Creating the Heart Chips:

  • Prep tortillas:
    • Begin by combining the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl – this will be your sweet coating for the chips.
    • Using your heart cookie cutter, cut about 4 hearts from each tortilla. Quick tip: Save those tortilla scraps! They can be transformed into extra chips using the same process.
    • Melt your butter in a small bowl, add 2-3 Drops of Oil based red Candy coloring and mix it.
    • Using your pastry brush, carefully paint both sides of each tortilla heart with the colored butter. Let each side rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the color to set.

  • Make the Chips:
    • Air fry the hearts at 350°F for 6-8 minutes, being careful not to overlap them too much. If using a conventional oven, bake at the same temperature and time
    • While still warm, coat each chip in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring both sides are well covered.
    • Melt the white chocolate in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir thoroughly, then continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, until completely melted and smooth. Then place it in piping bag.
    • Finish the heart chips with a decorative white chocolate drizzle in a zigzag pattern across each heart.

Vanilla Cream Cheese Dip:

  • Preparing the Vanilla Cream Cheese Dip:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
    • Begin mixing on low speed, gradually adding the heavy cream along the bowl’s edge.
    • Continue mixing until the dip becomes light, fluffy, and smooth.
    • Transfer to a serving bowl and top with festive Valentine’s sprinkles



TMI TIPs and Storage:

Prevent Color Bleeding: If you want to maintain the dip’s white color, add sprinkles just before serving, as their colors may bleed over time.

Reheat if Needed:If chips become slightly soft, refresh them in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes

Storage:Chips stay crispy for up to 3 days when stored in a cool, dry place. Dip can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days

Pairings:

  • Beverages: Hot chocolate with whipped cream and cinnamon dust, Strawberry milk for a festive pink drink,Champagne or prosecco for an elegant dessert pairing.
  • Complementary Treats: Fresh strawberries for dipping, Chocolate-covered strawberries, Red velvet cake bites, Fresh raspberries and blackberries.

FAQs:

 Can I make these without an air fryer?

  •  Absolutely! A conventional oven works just as well. Use the same temperature (350°F) and time (6-8 minutes), but keep an eye on them as oven temperatures can vary.

Why use oil-based candy coloring?

  • Oil-based coloring works best with the melted butter and won’t separate or create spots. Water-based food coloring can cause the butter to separate and won’t give you that smooth, even color.

Can I make these ahead for a party?

  • Yes! Both components can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store the chips in an airtight container at room temperature and the dip in the refrigerator. Add sprinkles to the dip just before serving.

 My tortillas aren’t crisping up properly. What am I doing wrong?

  • Make sure your air fryer or oven is fully preheated, and don’t overcrowd the chips. If they’re too close together, they’ll steam rather than crisp.

 Can I use different shapes for other occasions?

  • Definitely! This recipe works great with any cookie cutter shape. Try stars for July 4th, trees for Christmas, or circles for everyday snacking.

Fun Display and Gifting Ideas:

  • Heart Scene Tray: Consider serving the dip in a heart-shaped bowl for extra theme coordination. Add tiny holiday figurines for extra charm.
  • Valentine’s Day Dessert Charcuterie Board: Create a stunning display by arranging the heart chips in a flowing pattern across a large board or platter
  • Dipping Station: Set up a DIY dipping station with multiple toppings like fresh strawberries, raspberries, chopped nuts, and chocolate shavings.

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Valentine Heart Tortilla Chips with Cream Cheese Dip combines the best of both worlds- the satisfying crunch of chips with the sweet indulgence of dessert. Perfect for parties, date nights, or any time you want to add a touch of love to your snacking!Experiment with various fillings and decorations to suit different tastes and themes, making your celebration even more special and memorable. Let me know how they turn out or if you have any questions about the recipe. Happy decorating!

Valentine Heart Tortilla Chips with Cream Cheese Dip

Torrie C.
Pin Recipe
Prep Time 44 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Snack
Servings 6 People

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Large and Small Bowls
  • Air Fryer/ Conventional Oven
  • Piping Bags
  • Hand or Electric Mixer 
  • Pastry Brush
  • Heart Cookie Cutter

Ingredients
  

Heart Chips

  • 6 Tortilla Chips 
  • 4 Tbsp Butter
  • 1 Tbsp Cinnamon
  • 2 Tbsp Sugar 
  • 2 Oz White Chocolate Melts 
  • Red Oil Based Candy Coloring

For The Dip

  • 8 Oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 Cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1-2 Tbsp Heavy Whipping Cream
  • Sprinkles

Instructions
 

The Chips

  • Pour the ground cinnamon and sugar into the bowl, then mix them together.
  • Lay the tortillas on a flat surface and use the heart cookie cutter to cut out heart shape pieces. About 4 per tortilla.
  • Melt the butter, put it in a small bowl and add 2-3 Drops of Oil based red Candy coloring it. mix until combined
  • Put the heart tortillas on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Using a pastry brush, paint the tops of the heart tortillas until completely covered. Let the color sit for 2-3 minutes then repeat on the other side.
  • Place the red hearts in the air fryer, try not to over lap too many tortillas at a time. Fry them on 350 degrees for 6-8 minutes.
  • Immediately after taking the chips out of the air fryer, place the chips in the bowl with the cinnamon sugar mix. Cover both sides of the chips
  • Put the white chocolate melts in the microwave for 30 seconds, stir the chocolate and then put it back in the microwave on 15 second intervals until they are completely melted. 
  • Put the melted chocolate in a piping bag, and cut a small hole on the front tip. Drizzle zigzag lines across each heart chip.

The Dip

  • Put the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. Mix the items on low, while slowly pouring the heavy whipping cream along the side of the bowl.
  • Continue to mix all the ingredients together until the dip is fluffy and smooth.
  • Place the dip in a serving bowl and put sprinkles on top.
  • Put the heart chips on a plate and place them near the dip.
    Serve and Enjoy!!

Notes

Don’t throw away the scrap tortilla pieces. Repeat this recipe for  those pieces to have extra chips.
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake these heart chips at the same temperature and time frame as above. Just be sure to check them as they bake.

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