Description
Creamy strawberry crunch cheesecake tacos blend Mexican-inspired dessert magic with classic bakery charm. Sweet crisp shells cradle luscious filling, promising delightful indulgence for dessert enthusiasts seeking memorable flavor experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 6 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 0.5 cup crushed graham crackers
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup cinnamon sugar
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: Whip cream cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream to create a light, velvety cheesecake mixture. Chill in refrigerator to set.
- Macerate Strawberries: Slice ripe strawberries and dust with sugar. Allow to rest for 10-15 minutes, releasing natural sweetness and creating a vibrant fruit sauce.
- Craft Taco Shells: Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush tortillas with melted butter, then coat with cinnamon-sugar mixture. Drape tortillas over oven rack bars to create curved shells. Bake 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool and Assemble: Let taco shells cool completely to maintain crunchiness. Once cooled, fill shells three-quarters full with chilled cheesecake mixture.
- Finish and Garnish: Top cheesecake filling with macerated strawberry slices. Sprinkle crushed graham crackers over fruit. Add toasted almond slices for extra crunch and nutty dimension.
- Serve Immediately: Present these delectable strawberry crunch cheesecake tacos right away to preserve their optimal texture and flavor profile. Enjoy the perfect balance of creamy, crispy, and fruity elements.
Notes
- Chill Cheese Mixture: Refrigerate the cheesecake filling for at least 30 minutes to enhance its stability and create a firmer texture that holds shape perfectly in taco shells.
- Tortilla Technique: Use thin, soft flour tortillas and brush thoroughly with butter to ensure even browning and a crispy, golden-brown shell that won’t break when filled.
- Strawberry Maceration Magic: Allow strawberries to sit with sugar for 10-15 minutes to draw out natural juices, intensify sweetness, and create a more concentrated fruit flavor.
- Serving Strategy: Assemble and serve immediately after filling to maintain the crisp shell’s texture and prevent sogginess, ensuring a delightful crunch with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg