Apple Cheesecake Tacos are a fun and creative dessert! The crispy taco shells filled with sweet cream cheese and topped with cinnamon apples make for a deliciously unique treat. Here’s how to make them:
Apple Cheesecake Tacos Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Apple Filling:
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well), peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
For the Taco Shells:
- 4 small flour tortillas (you can also use mini tortillas for bite-sized tacos)
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (for dusting)
Instructions:
- Make the Apple Filling:
- In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced apples and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the apples are tender and the mixture is thickened.
- Remove from heat and let the apples cool slightly.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks (you can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for this).
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until combined. This will give the filling a light, airy texture.
- Prepare the Taco Shells:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the flour tortillas with melted butter on both sides.
- Fold each tortilla into a taco shape (you can use the oven rack or place them over the edges of an oven-safe pan so they hold their shape while baking).
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the tortillas are golden and crispy. Be careful not to overbake.
- Once done, remove from the oven and immediately dust them with cinnamon sugar while they’re still warm.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Fill each taco shell with a generous amount of cheesecake filling, using a spoon or piping bag.
- Top with the cinnamon apples mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Optionally, drizzle with caramel sauce, add a dollop of whipped cream, or sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor!
These Apple Cheesecake Tacos are an irresistible mix of crunchy, creamy, and sweet! They make a fun and festive dessert, perfect for parties or just as a treat when you’re craving something special. Enjoy!