Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and sweet cherries wrapped in a crispy tortilla with these Cherry Cheesecake Taquitos. This easy dessert is a hit at parties, family gatherings, or even as a simple treat at home. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this mouth-watering dessert that will impress everyone. Whether served warm or cold, these taquitos bring a unique flavor and texture that makes them irresistible. Customize them with your favorite fruits or toppings to create your own signature version!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) cherry pie filling
- 8 flour tortillas
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus more for dusting)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture on each tortilla and place a spoonful of cherry pie filling along one edge. Roll tightly into a taquito shape.
- Brush the rolled taquitos with melted butter and sprinkle cinnamon sugar over them.
- Cook in an air fryer at 375°F for about 8 minutes or bake in an oven at the same temperature for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg