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Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos are a quick and colorful dessert combining creamy cheesecake with the fruity crunch of Fruity Pebbles cereal inside soft mini taco shells. Perfect for last-minute sweet cravings, these handheld treats offer a vibrant, fun, and delicious flavor and texture contrast that delights kids and adults alike.
- Author: Kathy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free taco shells and cereal)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal (divided)
Taco Shells
- 8 mini soft taco shells
- Butter or cooking spray, for warming shells
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Start by softening the cream cheese in a bowl until it’s smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then mix until fully combined and fluffy. This filling is the heart of your Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos, so make sure it’s velvety and sweet.
- Fold in Fruity Pebbles: Gently fold about half of your Fruity Pebbles cereal into the cream cheese mixture. This adds those bursts of fruity crunch inside the filling, creating a satisfying texture with every bite.
- Soften the Taco Shells: Warm the mini soft taco shells briefly in a pan with a little butter or cooking spray, just until they’re flexible and easy to fold without cracking. This makes filling them a breeze and keeps the taco shell tender.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the cheesecake filling generously into each taco shell, then top with the remaining Fruity Pebbles cereal to add extra crunch and color on the surface.
- Serve Immediately or Chill: For best taste and texture, serve your Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos fresh. If you prefer, chill them for a bit to let the filling set slightly, making each bite cool and refreshing.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth and easy mixing without lumps.
- Keep a moderate amount of filling in each taco to avoid crushing the shell or making them messy to eat.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the full crunchy texture of Fruity Pebbles.
- Mini taco shells are ideal for dessert portions and easy handling.
- Fold the cereal in gently to keep it intact and crunchy inside the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: dessert, cheesecake tacos, Fruity Pebbles, quick dessert, colorful dessert, handheld dessert, no-bake