These Cheesecake Taquitos are what happens when crispy cinnamon-sugar tortillas wrap themselves around a silky cream cheese filling and head into the oven instead of the fryer. Think churro meets cheesecake… without the mess of deep frying.
They’re simple to prep, fun to eat, and perfect for parties, brunches, or whenever you’re craving a little sweet comfort. Serve them up with fresh strawberries, chocolate sauce, caramel drizzle, or a scoop of whipped cream. However you dress them, they’ll be gone in no time.
Why You’ll Love Them
No frying required — all the flavor, less of the mess
Creamy, smooth cheesecake filling
Sweet, crunchy cinnamon-sugar coating
Perfect for dipping or dressing up with toppings
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Filling:
2 (8 oz) blocks of cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
7 to 8 small flour tortillas (about 8-inch size)
For the Topping:
½ cup salted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Let’s Make Them!
Step 1: Make the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
Step 2: Fill and Roll
Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 10 seconds to make them more flexible. Spoon about ⅓ cup of cheesecake filling onto one end of a tortilla and roll it up tightly, keeping the ends open. Repeat with all tortillas and filling.
Step 3: Coat in Cinnamon Sugar
Melt the butter in a shallow bowl. In a separate dish, stir together the cinnamon and sugar. Dip each rolled taquito into the melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
Step 4: Bake
Place the coated taquitos seam-side down on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with sliced strawberries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.
Quick Tips Before You Start
Use softened cream cheese so your filling is lump-free
Don’t overfill or the filling might ooze out while baking
Serve warm for the best texture and flavor
Use parchment if your baking sheet tends to stick
Make It Your Own
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