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Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Tacos

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Tacos

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Tacos are a delightful fusion of textures, featuring a crunchy tortilla shell coated in white chocolate and strawberry crumble with a velvety cheesecake filling. This dessert is a showstopper for special occasions, combining the nostalgic flavors of strawberry shortcake with a creative, handheld twist.
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings: 15 tacos
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 392

Ingredients
  

  • Large flour tortillas
  • Unsalted butter melted
  • White chocolate high quality for melting
  • Strawberry crunch strawberry shortcake crumble
  • Cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • Powdered sugar
  • Vanilla extract
  • Heavy whipping cream kept cold
  • Fresh strawberries
  • Strawberry syrup

Equipment

  • 4-inch cookie cutter
  • Muffin Tin
  • Parchment Paper
  • Double boiler
  • Pastry Brush
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Tortilla Shells: Use a 4-inch cookie cutter to cut 15 circles from the large flour tortillas. Brush both sides of each circle with melted butter.
  2. Shape and Bake: Flip a muffin tin upside down. Place the tortilla circles in the gaps between the muffin cups so they form a taco shell shape. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  3. Cool the Shells: Let the shells cool in the tin for one minute before transferring them to a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely.
  4. Coat with Chocolate and Crunch: Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second intervals. Use a brush to coat the inside and outside of each cooled shell with white chocolate. Immediately press the shell into a bowl of strawberry crunch until well-coated. Set aside on parchment paper until the chocolate is firm.
  5. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
  6. Whip the Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Assemble the Tacos: Transfer the cheesecake filling into a piping bag. Place the coated shells upright in an upside-down muffin tin or a 9x13 dish for stability. Pipe the filling into each shell.
  8. Add Toppings: Top each taco with diced fresh strawberries or strawberry halves and a generous drizzle of strawberry syrup.

Notes

Poke tortilla circles before baking to prevent bubbles and avoid overbaking to prevent cracking. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling while keeping the heavy cream cold for proper whipping.
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