Oreo Crunch Cheesecake Tacos with Chocolate Drizzle Recipe
Delight in the perfect combination of creamy cheesecake and crunchy Oreo cookie tacos, topped with a luscious chocolate drizzle. These Oreo Crunch Cheesecake Tacos are made by baking cinnamon-sugar coated tortillas into crispy shells, then filling them with a rich Oreo-studded cheesecake filling. Finished with a glossy chocolate drizzle, they make an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Amy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 tacos 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Taco Shells
- 6 small flour tortillas (6-inch, soft taco size)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream, cold
- 8 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped (plus more for topping)
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or prepare an inverted muffin tin to help shape the taco shells.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow bowl, combine granulated sugar and optional ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon-sugar coating for the tortillas.
- Coat Tortillas: Brush both sides of each flour tortilla thoroughly with the melted butter. Then dredge each tortilla in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated on both sides.
- Shape Taco Shells: Fold each tortilla in half to form a taco shape. Balance them between two muffin cups on the prepared baking sheet or use a wire rack placed over the sheet to maintain their shape during baking.
- Bake Shells: Bake the shaped tortillas for 8-10 minutes until they are golden brown and crisp. Once done, carefully remove and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack to retain their crunch.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, approximately 2 minutes.
- Add Sweetness and Flavor: Incorporate the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, beating until fully combined.
- Whip Heavy Cream: Pour in the cold heavy cream and beat on high speed until the mixture is fluffy and soft peaks form, about 1-2 minutes.
- Fold in Oreos: Gently fold the chopped Oreo cookies into the cheesecake filling to evenly distribute them while maintaining the fluffiness.
- Prepare for Filling: Transfer the cheesecake filling into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped off for easy filling.
- Fill Taco Shells: Pipe or spoon the creamy filling generously into each cooled taco shell, filling them fully.
- Top with Extra Oreos: Sprinkle additional chopped Oreo pieces on top of the filled tacos for extra texture and flavor, if desired.
- Melt Chocolate Drizzle: In a small bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil (or butter). Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and glossy, or melt gently over low heat on the stove.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes, then drizzle it over each cheesecake taco using a spoon or a small piping bag for decorative lines.
- Serve Immediately: Arrange the tacos on a serving platter and enjoy immediately for the crispiest shells and freshest taste.
Notes
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the ground cinnamon to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
- If you prefer a less sweet filling, reduce the powdered sugar slightly.
- The tacos are best enjoyed immediately after assembly for maximum crunch; if left too long, the shells may soften.
- Ensure the cream cheese and heavy cream are cold for best whipping results.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate for a richer drizzle.
Keywords: Oreo cheesecake tacos, chocolate drizzle dessert, crispy taco shells, no-bake cheesecake filling, cinnamon sugar tortillas