Add a spoonful of strawberry jam or dulce de leche before rolling
Mix mini chocolate chips or crushed cookies into the filling
Use whole wheat tortillas for a slightly heartier bite
Try different toppings: maple syrup, honey, or even ice cream
Cheesecake Taquitos
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 7 to 8 taquitos
Difficulty: Easy
Tools Needed: Mixing bowl, hand mixer, baking sheet, shallow bowls for coating
Ingredients
For the Filling:
2 (8 oz) cream cheese blocks, softened
½ cup sour cream
2 tbsp granulated sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
7–8 small (8″) flour tortillas
For the Coating:
½ cup salted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease or line a baking sheet with parchment.
Make filling: Beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave (about 10 seconds).
Fill and roll: Add ⅓ cup filling to each tortilla and roll tightly, leaving ends open.
Coat: Melt butter. Mix sugar and cinnamon in another bowl. Dip each taquito in butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar.
Bake: Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden.
Serve: Cool for 5 minutes, then top with strawberries, sauces, or whipped cream.
Nutrition (per taquito, approx.)
Calories: 360 | Carbs: 34g | Fat: 24g | Sugar: 19g | Protein: 5g
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prep these ahead of time?
Yes! You can roll the taquitos ahead, then dip and bake just before serving. Keep them chilled and covered until ready to bake.
Can I freeze Cheesecake Taquitos?
They’re best fresh, but you can freeze them unbaked. Skip the coating, freeze, then thaw and coat before baking.
What kind of tortillas should I use?
Small, soft flour tortillas work best. Fajita-sized or 8-inch is ideal.
Can I add fruit inside?
Absolutely! Add diced strawberries, apples, or raspberries into the filling before rolling. Just keep the layer thin so it doesn’t leak out.
Why is my filling leaking during baking?
Make sure you’re not overfilling and that the seam is placed down on the baking sheet. Also, bake at the correct temperature for even cooking.
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