Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are a delightful dessert that combines the best of both worlds: a warm, crispy tortilla enveloping a creamy cheesecake filling infused with fresh strawberries. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these sweet treats are sure to impress. With their irresistible crunch and luscious interior, you’ll find it hard to stop at just one!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (mix of 3 tbsp sugar and 1 tbsp cinnamon)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1. Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and sliced strawberries until smooth.
- 2. Assemble Chimichangas: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling into each tortilla. Fold in sides and roll tightly like a burrito.
- 3. Heat Oil: In a deep skillet, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- 4. Fry Chimichangas: Fry chimichangas in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 5. Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Remove from oil and immediately coat in cinnamon sugar while warm.
- 6. Serve Warm: Enjoy with whipped cream or extra strawberries on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (90g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg