Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert Tacos
Delightful dessert tacos that combine creamy cheesecake filling topped with strawberry sauce, all wrapped in a crispy cinnamon-sugar shell.
Ingredients
Taco Shells
- 6 small small flour tortillas
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
Strawberry Topping
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Make the Shells
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until combined.
- Brush each flour tortilla with melted butter, ensuring an even coating.
- Coat the buttered tortillas with the cinnamon-sugar mixture, making sure they are well covered.
- Drape each tortilla over an oven rack to shape the taco shells.
- Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are golden and crunchy. Allow them to cool completely.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a lighter filling. Transfer to a piping bag if desired.
Make the Strawberry Sauce
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
- Stir gently and let simmer until the strawberries become sauce-like, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
Assemble the Tacos
- Pipe the cheesecake filling into each taco shell generously.
- Drizzle or spoon strawberry sauce over the top. Garnish with additional chopped strawberries or powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crunchy texture.
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Notes
For best results, store components separately and assemble just before serving. Consider using different fruits or toppings to customize the dessert.