Description
Indulgent strawberry cheesecake eggroll bites bring Italian-American fusion to dessert lovers’ tables. Crispy wrappers cradle creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful treat you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 eggroll wrappers
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Filling Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Cooking Ingredients:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Craft a luscious cheesecake filling by whipping cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until silky and uniform in texture.
- Create a vibrant strawberry compote by simmering diced strawberries with granulated sugar and cornstarch over medium heat, stirring intermittently until the mixture transforms into a thick, glossy jam-like consistency. Allow the compote to cool completely.
- Position an eggroll wrapper diagonally, applying a dollop of creamy cheesecake filling in the center, then strategically layer the cooled strawberry compote on top.
- Fold the bottom point of the wrapper over the filling, carefully tuck in the side edges, and roll tightly, using a small amount of water to seal the final edge, ensuring a secure closure.
- Preheat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F, creating a hot bath for frying. Carefully submerge the prepared eggrolls in small batches, rotating periodically to achieve an even, golden-brown exterior.
- Fry each batch for approximately 2-3 minutes until they transform into crispy, golden delights. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Elevate the presentation by delicately dusting the warm eggrolls with a snowfall of powdered sugar, and serve alongside a complementary strawberry jam or cloud-like whipped cream for dipping.
Notes
- Chill the cream cheese mixture beforehand to ensure a smoother, more stable filling that won’t leak during frying.
- For a lighter version, consider baking the eggrolls at 400F for 15-20 minutes instead of deep-frying, brushing with a light egg wash for golden color.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries at peak season for the most intense and natural sweet-tart flavor in the filling.
- Keep eggroll wrappers covered with a damp towel while working to prevent them from drying out and cracking during assembly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 172 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg