Description
These apple cheesecake tacos are a fun and delicious dessert with a crispy cinnamon-sugar taco shell filled with creamy cheesecake filling and warm spiced apples. They’re easy to make and perfect for fall gatherings or any time you’re craving a unique sweet treat!
Ingredients
For the Taco Shells:
- 6 small flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Apple Filling:
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Make the Taco Shells
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut tortillas into small circles using a round cutter. Brush both sides with melted butter, then coat in a cinnamon-sugar mixture. Drape over the rungs of an upside-down muffin tin or place in a taco holder. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until crispy. Let cool.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
Beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture. Chill until ready to use.
3. Make the Apple Filling
In a pan over medium heat, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until apples are soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
4. Assemble the Tacos
Pipe or spoon the cheesecake filling into the taco shells. Top with the warm apple mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use store-bought caramel sauce for an extra drizzle of sweetness.
- Try graham cracker crumbs in the cinnamon-sugar mix for added texture.
- Best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg