Description
Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake Tacos are a whimsical, colorful dessert featuring crunchy cereal-marshmallow taco shells filled with creamy cheesecake fluff and topped with sprinkles. This easy, no-bake treat is perfect for parties and guaranteed to delight both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
- 4 cups mini marshmallows (about 200 grams)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- More Fruity Pebbles cereal (for garnish, optional)
- Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
- Fresh strawberries or berries, sliced (optional)
- White chocolate, melted (for drizzle, optional)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine mini marshmallows and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until melted and smooth (about 90 seconds total).
- Stir in Fruity Pebbles cereal with a silicone spatula, mixing quickly to coat all the cereal.
- While still warm, scoop out about 1/4 cup of the mixture for each shell. Place onto the prepared baking sheet. Spray your hands with nonstick spray, then flatten each mound into a 4-inch circle.
- While the circles are still pliable, drape them over an upturned muffin tin, rolling pin, or small bowl to create a taco shape. Let cool for 10-15 minutes until firm.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks (about 3-4 minutes with a hand mixer). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
- Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped. Pipe or spoon the filling into each cooled Fruity Pebbles taco shell.
- Top each filled taco with extra Fruity Pebbles, sprinkles, and sliced berries if desired. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if using.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or chill in the fridge for up to 30 minutes for a slightly softer shell.
Notes
Work quickly when shaping the shells, as the marshmallow mixture sets fast. Only fill the tacos just before serving to keep the shells crunchy. For gluten-free needs, use certified gluten-free Fruity Pebbles and marshmallows. Store unfilled shells in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The filling can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Protein: 3
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