A clever keto spin on a classic Mexican dessert, turning crispy cheese shells into golden dessert cups filled with a creamy cinnamon-vanilla cheesecake center — like the perfect lovechild of a churro and cheesecake.
1 1/2cupsshredded mozzarella cheesesub: shredded Monterey Jack or provolone
4ozcream cheesesoftened; sub: mascarpone or ricotta for a lighter version
2tbsppowdered erythritolsub: monk fruit sweetener or stevia blend
1/2tspvanilla extract
1/2tspground cinnamon
1large egg
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a muffin tin with silicone or parchment liners.
Form the cups: Add ~2 Tbsp shredded mozzarella into each muffin cup and gently press it down. Bake 5–6 minutes or until edges start to crisp. Remove and press the center with a spoon to form a cup shape.
Make the filling: Whisk softened cream cheese, erythritol, egg, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth and fluffy.
Fill the cups: Spoon ~1 Tbsp of cheesecake filling into each cheese shell.
Bake again: Return to the oven and bake 6–7 minutes more, until the filling is set.
Cool & serve: Let cool fully to firm up. Sprinkle with a dusting of cinnamon or more sweetener if desired.