Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert Tacos
A delightful twist on traditional sweets, Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert Tacos combine soft tortillas with a rich cheesecake filling and vibrant strawberry sauce for a fun and interactive dessert experience.
Ingredients
For the Tacos
- 6 small small flour tortillas
- ½ cup granulated sugar for coating tortillas
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for coating tortillas
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted for brushing tortillas
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened should be at room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream whipped to stiff peaks
For the Strawberry Sauce
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped fresh is preferred
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice to enhance flavor
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Brush each tortilla with melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over each.
- Drape tortillas over an oven rack to shape them and bake for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- In a saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Simmer until strawberries release juices. Add cornstarch slurry to thicken and let cool.
Assembly
- Fill each cooled tortilla with the cheesecake mixture and drizzle with strawberry sauce. Serve immediately.
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Notes
For a customizable experience, set up a topping bar with additional fruits, whipped cream, or sprinkles. Keep taco shells and fillings separate until ready to assemble for the best texture.