Description
Apple cheesecake tacos are a fun and delicious dessert mash-up featuring crispy cinnamon-sugar taco shells filled with creamy cheesecake filling and warm spiced apple topping. Perfect for fall gatherings, parties, or a handheld sweet treat that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Taco Shells
- 6 small flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Topping
- 1 cup apple pie filling, chopped
- Optional: caramel sauce for drizzling
- Optional: crushed graham crackers for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Taco Shells: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Using a round cutter, cut the small flour tortillas into 4- to 5-inch circles. Brush both sides of each tortilla circle with melted butter, then dip each side in a mixture of cinnamon and granulated sugar for a sweet and crispy coating. Flip an upside-down muffin pan and gently drape the tortillas between the cups to form taco shell shapes. Bake in the oven for 8–10 minutes or until they turn golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely to retain their shape and crispiness.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form to create a light, airy texture. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring a smooth, fluffy cheesecake filling without deflating the cream.
- Assemble Tacos: Spoon the cheesecake filling carefully into the cooled taco shells, filling them generously but without overstuffing. Warm the chopped apple pie filling slightly to soften and enhance the flavors, then spoon it over the cheesecake layer to add a sweet, spiced topping.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally drizzle caramel sauce over the filled tacos and sprinkle crushed graham crackers on top for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect contrast between the crispy shells and creamy filling.
Notes
- You can use either homemade or store-bought apple pie filling depending on your preference.
- The cinnamon-sugar taco shells can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain crispness.
- Assemble the tacos just before serving to keep the shells from becoming soggy.
