Description
Sweet Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos blend childhood nostalgia with playful dessert creativity. Crispy cereal shells cradle creamy cheesecake filling, promising delightful bites you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings:
- Extra Pebbles cereal
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
- White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the vibrant Fruity Pebbles taco shells by gently melting butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, then gradually incorporate marshmallows until completely smooth and glossy.
- Remove the marshmallow mixture from heat and thoroughly fold in Fruity Pebbles cereal, ensuring each colorful morsel is evenly coated.
- While the mixture remains warm and pliable, carefully mold approximately two tablespoons of the mixture over the back of a greased utensil, creating a curved taco shell shape.
- Place each formed shell on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing them to cool and solidify completely. Repeat the process until all mixture is used.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until ultra-smooth and creamy, then gradually blend in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, vigorously whip heavy cream until it forms distinct, sturdy peaks that hold their shape.
- Delicately fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, creating a light, airy cheesecake filling with a uniform texture.
- Generously fill each crisp Fruity Pebbles taco shell with the luscious cheesecake mixture, using a spoon or piping bag for precision.
- Embellish the filled tacos with additional Fruity Pebbles, dollops of whipped cream, or your preferred decorative toppings.
- For a firmer consistency, refrigerate the completed dessert for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Experiment with different cereal flavors like Cocoa Pebbles or Cinnamon Toast Crunch for unique variations that add exciting twists to the classic recipe.
- Ensure marshmallows are completely melted and mixed with cereal to create sturdy, crisp taco shells that hold their shape without crumbling.
- For gluten-free alternatives, use certified gluten-free crispy rice cereal and check marshmallow brands to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Chill the cheesecake filling for 30 minutes before piping to achieve a firmer, more stable texture that makes decorating and serving easier.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg