Ingredients
Scale
- 8 small soft flour tortillas (taco sized)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 8 oz tub frozen whipped topping (thawed)
- 15 Golden Oreo cookies (or vanilla wafers)
- 3 oz box strawberry pectin mix (dry powder)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar mix
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Strawberry Crunch. Crush the Golden Oreo cookies into coarse crumbs (using a food processor or Ziploc bag). In a small bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and the dry strawberry pectin mix until fully incorporated. Set aside.
- Step 2: Form and Bake the Taco Shells. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray both sides of the tortillas with cooking spray or brush with melted butter, then dredge both sides in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Drape the prepared tortillas over the rungs of an oven safe cooling rack placed over a baking sheet to form a taco shape. Bake for 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is uniform and light. Transfer the filling to a piping bag (or Ziploc bag with the corner snipped).
- Step 4: Assemble the Tacos. Pipe or spoon the cheesecake filling mixture inside each crispy taco shell. Layer the finely diced fresh strawberries over the filling.
- Step 5: Finish and Serve. Holding the taco gently, press the exposed edges of the cheesecake filling and strawberries into the prepared Strawberry Crunch mixture from Step 1 until the edges are coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for stability, or serve immediately.
Notes
- Store assembled tacos loosely covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; for best texture, save any remaining crunch topping and apply right before serving.
- For an extra firm, ice cream-like texture, place the assembled tacos in the freezer for 45 minutes before serving, which is especially satisfying on a hot day.
- Elevate the presentation by drizzling the finished tacos with a light glaze made from melted white chocolate or a hint of balsamic reduction for a gourmet flair.
- To ensure your shells stay perfectly crisp against the creamy filling, use a light hand when dredging the baked tortillas in the strawberry crunch, focusing the coating primarily on the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American