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Cheesecake Tacos

Sweet and Crunchy Cheesecake Tacos for Dessert Lovers

Indulge in these Cheesecake Tacos, featuring crispy tortilla shells filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with vibrant strawberry sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tortilla Shells
  • 8 small Tortillas Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg is an alternative
  • 1 cup Oil Vegetable or canola recommended
For the Strawberry Sauce
  • 2 cups Strawberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice is an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can use tapioca starch
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Whipped coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Mascarpone is an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar for a grainier texture
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract is an alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut tortillas into 3.5-4 inch circles using a cookie cutter or a sharp knife. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat (about 350°F) and fry the tortilla circles until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. As soon as they’re removed from the oil, shape them into taco shells and coat evenly with the sugar-cinnamon mix.
  2. Wash and dice fresh strawberries, then add them to a saucepan over medium heat. Sprinkle in granulated sugar and lemon juice, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Mix cornstarch with a bit of water, then stir the mixture into the pan. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens and achieves a glossy finish. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. In another bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
  4. Once the tortilla shells have cooled, use a piping bag or a spoon to fill each shell generously with the creamy cheesecake filling. Drizzle cooled strawberry sauce over the cheesecake filling in each taco. Refrigerate the assembled tacos for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, fill the tacos just before serving to keep the tortilla shells crispy and enjoy the fresh flavors.

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