Fruit Tacos

Fruit tacos are the kind of snack that gets kids excited about eating fruit without any negotiation. Crispy taco shells get loaded with a colorful mix of sliced strawberries, halved grapes, chopped apple, and banana, then topped with vanilla yogurt and a sprinkle of toasted coconut.

The toasted coconut is what pulls this together. Those few minutes in the oven transform it from soft and bland to golden, crunchy, and fragrant, adding a texture and flavor that makes these feel like a treat rather than a health food assignment.

A drizzle of pourable fruit ties the filling together with a little extra sweetness. The contrast of warm, crispy taco shell against cool, juicy fruit and creamy yogurt is genuinely fun to eat, no matter your age.

Kitchen Tips

• Stir the coconut frequently while toasting. It goes from golden to burnt in seconds, and burnt coconut tastes bitter.
• Toss the banana slices in a bit of lemon juice to keep them from browning if you’re making these ahead.
• Fill the tacos right before serving. The fruit juices will soften the shells quickly.
• Let kids build their own for a hands-on activity that doubles as a snack.

Variations

• Tropical version: Swap the grapes and apple for mango chunks and kiwi slices, and use coconut yogurt.
• Chocolate drizzle: Add a thin line of melted chocolate over the yogurt for a dessert-worthy upgrade.