Description
These sugar-free apple cheesecake tacos combine crisp cinnamon taco shells, a creamy cheesecake filling, and warm spiced apples for a playful and satisfying dessert that feels indulgent without the sugar.
Ingredients
- 6 cinnamon taco shells
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sugar-free sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free caramel-style drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the diced apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
- Cook the mixture for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and lightly caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar-free sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the whipped cream gently until light and fluffy.
- Warm the cinnamon taco shells slightly until crisp but pliable.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling into each shell, then top with warm apple mixture.
- Drizzle with sugar-free caramel if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
- Mix a bit of cinnamon into the cheesecake filling for added spice.
- Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
