Christmas Eve Cinnamon Crisps

🎄 Christmas Eve Cinnamon Crisps (Mediterranean-Style)

⏱ Prep Time

10 minutes

⏳ Bake Time

10–12 minutes

🍽 Makes

24–30 crisps

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🧺 Ingredients

• 8 small whole-wheat tortillas or phyllo sheets

• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil (or melted butter)

• ⅓ cup raw honey (or maple syrup)

• 1½ tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Optional:

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (extra crunch)

  • 1 tbsp orange zest (Mediterranean touch)

  • Pinch of sea salt

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🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat oven
   Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Prepare crisps

   • If using tortillas: cut into triangles.

   • If using phyllo: brush lightly with olive oil and stack 2–3 sheets before cutting.

3. Mix topping
   In a small bowl, combine honey, cinnamon, vanilla, orange zest, and salt.

4. Brush & sprinkle
   Brush each crisp lightly with olive oil, then drizzle or brush with cinnamon-honey mixture. Sprinkle with brown sugar if using.

5. Bake
   Arrange in a single layer. Bake 10–12 minutes, watching closely until golden and crisp.

6. Cool & crisp up
   Let cool completely — they crisp more as they cool.

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🌿 Serving Suggestions

• Serve with Greek yogurt & berries

• Pair with espresso or mint tea

• Add a light dusting of powdered sugar for holiday flair

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💡 Variations

• Sugar-free: Use monk fruit or stevia-honey blend

• Nutty: Sprinkle crushed pistachios or almonds before baking

• Vegan: Use maple syrup and olive oil