Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of Christmas Cheesecake Tacos, where the creamy, velvety cheesecake filling meets a crispy, golden taco shell. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg that evoke the warmth of the holiday season.
Ingredients
- Taco Shells: 12 small flour tortillas, 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- Cheesecake Filling: 16 oz cream cheese (softened), 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1 cup whipped cream
- Toppings: 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers, 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles, 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat (about 350°F).
- Fry each tortilla for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Fill each taco shell with the cheesecake filling using a piping bag or spoon.
- Top with crushed graham crackers, holiday sprinkles, and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Prepare the cheesecake filling a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Store filled tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, but best enjoyed fresh.
- Substitutions: Use gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option or swap cream cheese for a dairy-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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