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Berrylicious Cheesecake Tacos

A playful dessert that reimagines tacos filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with vibrant mixed berries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Shells
  • 6 pieces small flour tortillas Tortillas should be soft and pliable.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) Feel free to substitute with seasonal fruits.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.
For Garnishing
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional) Add for extra sweetness and decoration.
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional) Adds a refreshing touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Warm the flour tortillas in a dry pan for about 1 minute on each side until they're pliable.
  3. Shape the warm tortillas into taco forms using a taco mold or drape them over a baking sheet edge. Bake them for 5-7 minutes until lightly crisp.
  4. Let the taco shells cool down.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
Assembly
  1. Rinse and chop mixed berries, cutting larger strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Stuff each cooled taco shell with the cheesecake mixture.
  3. Top with mixed berries and dust with powdered sugar if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Notes

Store taco shells and cheesecake mixture separately in airtight containers to maintain crispiness and creaminess for up to 2 days. Experiment with different flavored tortillas or berry combinations for a unique twist.