Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas – a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake filling with sweet strawberries, wrapped in a crispy, cinnamon-sugar coated tortilla. These fried desserts are a perfect treat for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
For Assembly and Coating:
- 6 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, 1/3 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the filling onto each tortilla. Fold the sides in and roll up tightly like a burrito, securing the seam side down.
- Coat and Fry: Mix 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Heat oil in a skillet. Fry the chimichangas until golden brown. Roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Warm tortillas slightly for easier assembly.
- Prepare the filling ahead and store chilled.
- Best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
