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Delicious Apple Cheesecake Tacos

Our Delicious Apple Cheesecake Tacos recipe offers a fun, creative, and mouthwatering dessert that's perfect for any gathering. With a cinnamon-sugar shell, luscious cheesecake filling, and warm spiced apples, every bite is an unforgettable treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Assembling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells:

  • 12 small flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Apple Filling:

  • 2 large apples peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water optional, for thickening

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter.
  • Mix sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow dish.
  • Dredge the buttered tortillas in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Drape tortillas over the bars of an oven rack to create a taco shape.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy. Carefully remove and let cool.
  • For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • For the apple filling, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Cook until apples are tender, about 5 minutes. If you prefer a thicker filling, add the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute.
  • Let the apple filling cool slightly.
  • To assemble, pipe or spoon cheesecake filling into each taco shell.
  • Top with a generous spoonful of apple filling.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • Let the taco shells cool completely before filling to maintain crispness.
  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith for the best texture.
  • Prepare components ahead and assemble just before serving.
  • Customize with toppings like caramel drizzle, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
  • Store unfilled shells in an airtight container to keep them crispy.