Caramel Cheesecake Dessert Tacos

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Caramel Cheesecake Dessert Tacos (Baked, No-Fry!)

If you’re in the mood for something sweet, simple, and a little magical, these Caramel Cheesecake Dessert Tacos are everything you need. Think buttery cinnamon-sugar taco shells filled with light, fluffy no-bake cheesecake and topped with golden caramel sauce. Dreamy, right?

This version skips the frying and bakes the taco shells right on the back of a muffin tin — it’s easier, less messy, and gives you the perfect crispy dessert shell.

Ingredients

For the taco shells:

• Flour tortillas
• Melted butter
• Cinnamon sugar (1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon)

For the cheesecake filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Toppings:

• Caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• Optional: crushed pecans, mini chocolate chips, whipped cream

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the shells

• Preheat your oven to 375°F.
• Use a round cutter (about 3-4 inches) to cut circles out of flour tortillas.
• Dip each circle in melted butter, then coat in cinnamon sugar.
• Flip over a muffin tin and place each circle in between the muffin cups to form a taco shape.
• Bake for about 10–12 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Let them cool completely before filling.

Step 2: Make the cheesecake filling

• In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
• Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
• In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.

Step 3: Assemble

• Pipe or spoon the cheesecake filling into each cooled taco shell.
• Drizzle with caramel sauce and add your favorite toppings.

Step 4: Chill & serve

• Let the filled tacos chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best texture.

Tips:

• Make-ahead friendly: You can make the shells and filling a day in advance. Fill them right before serving.
• Topping ideas: Add a pinch of sea salt over the caramel, or top with fresh berries for a fruity twist.
• No round cutter? Use a wide-mouth glass or jar lid to cut your tortilla circles.

These Caramel Cheesecake Dessert Tacos are the perfect make-ahead treat for parties, holidays, or just a cozy weekend. Easy to customize, totally Instagram-worthy, and absolutely delicious.

There’s something about these little dessert tacos that feels extra special. Maybe it’s the handheld size, the creamy filling, or the nostalgic drizzle of caramel — whatever it is, they’re always a hit. Kids love them, adults can’t stop at just one, and they disappear fast at any gathering. They’re the kind of treat that makes people smile before they even take a bite.

What I love most is how customizable these tacos are. You can switch out the caramel for chocolate ganache, add crushed graham crackers or chopped nuts, or even mix some crushed cookies into the cheesecake filling. These are the kinds of desserts that invite creativity — and because they’re no-bake inside and oven-baked outside, they come together quickly without turning your kitchen into a mess.