Appetizers and Snacks

Cinnamon Sugar Pita Chips Recipe

by Allen Williams on January 3, 2012

What’s better than a savory pita chip? I think it would have to be these dessert pita chips coated in cinnamon and sugar! Tired of the regular pita chips I normally make, I decided to explore a sweet pita chip version that could be used at brunch with a creamy, citrus ricotta dip and fresh fruit.
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