Description
A delicious fusion of creamy cheesecake filling, cinnamon-sugar-dusted taco shells, and warm caramelized apples. This dessert is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying as a fun, indulgent treat!
Ingredients
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- 4 soft taco shells (flour tortillas work best)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 apples (for the topping)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing apples)
- Cinnamon-sugar (for taco shells)
- Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
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Make the Taco Shells:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of taco shells lightly with melted butter, then dust with cinnamon-sugar. Bend into a taco shape and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy.
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Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside to firm up slightly.
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Caramelize the Apples:
- Slice apples thinly. Sauté them in butter with cinnamon and nutmeg over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft and caramelized.
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Assemble the Tacos:
- Fill each taco shell with a generous amount of cheesecake filling. Top with the caramelized apples and drizzle with caramel sauce for extra sweetness.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, fry the taco shells in oil instead of baking.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling texture.
- A taco stand or a homemade foil tray can help keep the shells from collapsing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg