Description
- These Strawberry Cheesecake Nachos are a sweet and decadent dessert that takes the concept of nachos to a whole new level! Crispy cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips are piled high with creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and a drizzle of strawberry sauce. A fun and indulgent treat perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
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For the Cinnamon-Sugar Tortilla Chips:
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4 large flour tortillas
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1/4 cup melted butter
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup heavy cream
For the Topping:
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1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
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1/4 cup strawberry sauce or puree (store-bought or homemade)
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Whipped cream (optional)
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Make the cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips:
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Brush both sides of each tortilla with melted butter.
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In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered tortillas.
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Stack the tortillas and cut them into triangle-shaped pieces (like nachos).
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Arrange the tortilla chips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy. Let them cool.
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Prepare the cheesecake filling:
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In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and light.
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Assemble the nachos box:
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Arrange the cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips in a single layer in a serving box or a shallow dish.
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Spoon the cheesecake filling over the chips, spreading it out evenly.
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Top with sliced strawberries and drizzle with strawberry sauce or puree.
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Serve:
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Optional: Add a dollop of whipped cream on top for extra indulgence.
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Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, creamy, and crispy dessert nachos!
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Notes
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For a more colorful presentation, you can add other fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or kiwi.
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To make homemade strawberry sauce, simply blend fresh strawberries with a bit of sugar and lemon juice, then cook it down into a thick sauce.
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The cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg