Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos
Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos combine the colorful crunch of Fruity Pebbles cereal with a smooth, creamy cheesecake filling, all nestled inside a crispy taco shell made from the cereal itself. This playful and vibrant dessert offers a delightful texture contrast and is easy to make, customizable, and perfect for any occasion.
- Author: James
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (optional gentle baking)
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6 tacos 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Gluten Free
Shell Ingredients
- 2 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream or whipped topping
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Mini chocolate chips
- Fresh fruit (such as berries)
- Prepare the Fruity Pebbles Taco Shells: Melt the butter and mix it thoroughly with the Fruity Pebbles cereal in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into a taco-shaped mold or shape half-moons on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill or gently bake just enough to set the shape without losing crunch.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then slowly fold in the whipped topping or heavy cream to create a light, fluffy cheesecake mixture.
- Assemble the Tacos: Once the Fruity Pebbles shells have hardened and cooled, use a spoon or piping bag to fill each shell with the cheesecake mixture. Add optional toppings like mini chocolate chips or fresh fruit as desired.
- Chill and Serve: Place the assembled tacos in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow the filling to firm up slightly. Serve cold for a refreshing and indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- Use a clean taco mold or shape shells around a small rolling pin for perfect curves.
- Press the cereal and butter mixture firmly to bind well and hold shape.
- Refrigerate shells before filling to keep them crisp and avoid sogginess.
- Aim for a fluffy but stable cheesecake filling for easy piping or scooping.
- Prepare shells a day ahead and keep filling chilled for convenient assembly.
- Store assembled tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Freeze unfilled shells wrapped well for up to a month; avoid freezing filled tacos.
- Briefly warm shells in the oven if preferred, but do not reheat filled tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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