Description
Apple Cheesecake Tacos are a delicious dessert featuring crispy cinnamon-sugar taco shells, creamy cheesecake filling, and spiced apple topping. A fun and unique treat for any occasion!
Ingredients
- Flour tortillas
- Butter
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream
- Apples
- Brown sugar
- Lemon juice
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Ground cinnamon
- Nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Taco Shells: Preheat your oven and cut small circles out of the flour tortillas using a round cutter. Brush each tortilla circle with melted butter and coat them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Shape and Bake: Drape the coated tortilla circles over the edges of an inverted muffin tin to create a taco shape. Bake until crispy and golden brown, then let them cool completely.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add heavy cream and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Transfer the filling to a piping bag for easy assembly.
- Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and dice the apples. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the apples with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of water. Cook until the apples are tender. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water and add it to the apples, stirring until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Tacos: Pipe the cheesecake filling into the cooled taco shells, filling them halfway. Spoon the apple mixture over the cheesecake layer.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with additional cinnamon-sugar or drizzle with caramel sauce for an extra indulgent touch. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chocolate Drizzle: Add a drizzle of melted chocolate for a decadent twist.
- Caramel Pecan: Top with caramel sauce and crushed pecans for added crunch.
- Berry Bliss: Substitute apples with mixed berries for a fresh and fruity variation.
- Pumpkin Spice: Use a pumpkin spice blend instead of cinnamon for a fall-inspired treat.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free tortillas to make this dessert suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: Apple Cheesecake Tacos, dessert tacos, apple dessert, cinnamon sugar tacos, cheesecake filling