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Blueberry Cheesecake Tacos

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These Blueberry Cheesecake Tacos are a fun twist on the classic dessert taco! Filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with a homemade blueberry sauce, these crispy tortilla shells are the perfect blend of textures and flavors. Easy to assemble and sure to impress, they’re a great addition to any dessert table.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

For the Tortilla Shells:

  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Homemade Blueberry Sauce:

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 7 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • Make the Tortilla Shells:
    • Cut the tortillas into 3.5-4 inch circles (you will need 30 circles).
    • Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
    • Fry the tortilla circles for about 10 seconds on each side, then fold them in half with tongs to form taco shells. Fry until golden brown.
    • Immediately coat the shells in light brown sugar and place on an upside-down muffin tin to cool. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Make the Blueberry Sauce:
    • In a medium pan, combine blueberries, sugar, 5 tablespoons of water, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
    • Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
    • In a small dish, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the blueberry mixture. Cook for 20-30 seconds, until the sauce thickens.
    • Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  • Make the Cheesecake Filling:
    • Whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then set aside.
    • In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
    • Gently fold in the whipped cream.
  • Assemble the Tacos:
    • Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag and fill each taco shell.
    • Top with the homemade blueberry sauce.
  • Serve:
    • Serve immediately and enjoy these delicious dessert tacos!

Notes

  • Fruit Variations: Swap blueberries for strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries for a different fruit filling.
  • Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle some melted chocolate over the filled tacos for extra indulgence.
  • Mini Tacos: Use smaller tortillas for mini-sized taco treats.

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