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Air Fryer Apple Pie Cheesecake Tacos

Air Fryer Apple Pie Cheesecake Tacos feature crispy cinnamon-graham shells.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar divided
  • 20 ounces apple pie filling divided
  • 5 medium-large flour tortillas
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • Caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Additional cinnamon and sugar optional

Instructions
 

  • Add the cream cheese, vanilla extract, apple pie spice, heavy whipping cream, 6 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of apple pie filling to a food processor. Blend until smooth and fully combined.
  • Cover the cheesecake filling and refrigerate it while preparing the taco shells. Set the remaining apple pie filling aside for assembling the tacos.
  • Place one tortilla on a flat work surface. Using a biscuit cutter or small drinking glass, cut three circles from the tortilla without overlapping them. Repeat with the remaining tortillas to make approximately 15 circles.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
  • Fold a piece of aluminum foil into separate sections that can support the tortillas in a taco shape. Pinch the ends as needed to create a simple taco holder that fits safely inside your air fryer basket.
  • Crack the egg into a small bowl and beat lightly. In a separate bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, cinnamon, and remaining granulated sugar.
  • Dip one tortilla circle into the egg, allowing the excess to drip away. Coat it thoroughly with the graham cracker mixture.
  • Gently fold the tortilla into a taco-shell shape without pressing the two sides together. Place it into one section of the foil holder.
  • Repeat with another 4–6 tortilla circles, depending on the size of your air fryer. Avoid overlapping the shells.
  • Air fry for approximately 8–12 minutes at 350°F, or until the shells are crisp and golden brown. Cooking times can vary between air fryer models, so begin checking them early.
  • Carefully transfer the shells to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely. Repeat with the remaining tortilla circles.
  • Once completely cool, fill each shell with 1–2 tablespoons of cheesecake filling. Top with 1–2 teaspoons of the reserved apple pie filling.
  • Finish your Air Fryer Apple Pie Cheesecake Tacos with a light sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
  • Serve promptly for the best combination of crisp shells and creamy filling.