Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Tacos are a fun, bite-sized twist on classic cheesecake—featuring crispy cinnamon-sugar taco shells filled with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries! Perfect for parties, dessert tables, or a sweet snack.
Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Tacos
Prep Time: 25 mins | Cook Time: 5 mins | Makes: 12-15 tacos
Ingredients:
For the Taco Shells:
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12-15 small flour tortillas (4-5 inch size)
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¼ cup melted butter
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup whipped cream (or Cool Whip)
For the Strawberry Topping:
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1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
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2 tbsp strawberry jam (optional, for extra shine)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Garnishes:
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Whipped cream
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Mini chocolate chips
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Mint leaves
Instructions:
1. Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Taco Shells:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cut tortillas into small circles (use a cookie cutter or glass) or leave them as mini tortillas.
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Brush both sides with melted butter, then dip in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Drape over oven rack bars or a taco mold and bake for 5-6 mins until crispy. Let cool.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
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Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Gently fold in whipped cream until fluffy.
3. Make the Strawberry Topping:
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Toss strawberries with lemon juice (and jam if using).
4. Assemble the Tacos:
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Pipe or spoon cheesecake filling into each taco shell.
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Top with strawberry mixture and optional garnishes.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
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Best served immediately (or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving).
Tips & Variations:
✨ Chocolate Drizzle: Melt chocolate and drizzle over tacos.
✨ Nutella Twist: Add a swipe of Nutella inside the shell before filling.
✨ Different Fruits: Use blueberries, raspberries, or mango instead.
These adorable cheesecake tacos are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! 🍓🌮 Would you like a no-bake version (using pre-made mini shells)? 😊