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Cheesecake Tacos

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A fun and innovative dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the portability of tacos, featuring crispy tortilla shells, a creamy filling, and a fresh strawberry glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 7 tacos
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells
  • 7 pieces 9-inch tortilla shells
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter (melted)
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature) Must be at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 3 tablespoons cheesecake instant pudding mix
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream For a lighter version, substitute half with whipped topping.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped strawberries Feel free to experiment with different fruits.
For the Topping
  • 3/4 cup strawberry glaze Drizzle over tacos just before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the tortilla shells, creating a crust, and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
Filling Preparation
  1. While the shells bake, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually fold in the cheesecake pudding mix, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until you achieve a thick, creamy consistency.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, being careful not to overmix.
Assembly
  1. Once the shells are cool, fill each one generously with the cheesecake mixture.
  2. Drizzle strawberry glaze over each taco just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

Best served fresh. Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent experience. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, keeping the glaze separate until ready to serve.
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