Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Eggroll Bites are a delightful, crispy treat combining the creamy sweetness of cheesecake with fresh strawberries, all wrapped in a crunchy eggroll wrapper and lightly fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick dessert or a fun party snack, they are easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced strawberries
Eggroll Wraps
- 12 eggroll wrappers
For Frying & Topping
- Oil, for frying (about 2 cups)
- Cinnamon sugar, for sprinkling (about 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add strawberries: Gently fold the diced strawberries into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring the fruit is evenly distributed without mashing.
- Assemble the eggrolls: Place one eggroll wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cheesecake and strawberry filling onto the center of the wrapper.
- Fold and roll: Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll tightly from one edge to enclose the mixture completely, sealing the edges to prevent leakage.
- Heat the oil: In a deep skillet or pan, heat enough oil over medium heat to cover the eggroll bites partially (about 350°F or 175°C would be ideal).
- Fry the eggroll bites: Carefully place the eggrolls in the hot oil, frying them in batches if necessary. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fried eggroll bites with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Finish with cinnamon sugar: While still warm, sprinkle the eggroll bites generously with cinnamon sugar for a sweet, aromatic finish.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve these delightful strawberry cheesecake eggroll bites warm as a fun dessert or snack.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to prevent lumps.
- You can freeze assembled eggroll bites before frying for up to a month; fry directly from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the cooking time.
- Use a slotted spoon to handle the eggroll bites while frying to avoid splattering oil.
- Feel free to substitute strawberries with other fresh fruits like blueberries or raspberries for variation.
- Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lead to soggy eggrolls.
