1. Prepare the Baking Dish and Preheat the Oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish by brushing it with some of the melted butter. This step ensures that the taquitos do not stick to the dish and helps them achieve a golden, crispy texture.

2. Prepare the Apple Filling

Empty the can of apple pie filling onto a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, chop the apples into smaller pieces. This helps distribute the filling evenly inside the tortillas, making them easier to roll and ensuring each bite has the perfect amount of apple.

3. Mix the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating

In a shallow plate, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. This mixture will be used to coat the taquitos, adding a deliciously sweet and spiced crunch.

4. Assemble the Taquitos

Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about two tablespoons of the chopped apple filling onto the lower third of the tortilla. Tightly roll up the tortilla, ensuring that the filling stays inside. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

5. Coat with Butter and Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture

Using a pastry brush, lightly coat each rolled taquito with melted butter. Then, roll the buttered taquito in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated. Place the coated taquitos in the prepared baking dish, seam-side down to keep them from unrolling.

6. Bake Until Golden and Crisp

Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the taquitos turn golden brown and slightly crispy. Since ovens vary, it is recommended to start checking them around the 12-minute mark to avoid overbrowning.

7. Serve and Enjoy

Once baked, let the taquitos cool for a few minutes before serving. For extra indulgence, drizzle them with caramel sauce or serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.