Description
Crispy cheesecake egg rolls blend classic American dessert with Asian-inspired technique, creating a delightful fusion treat. Creamy cheesecake filling wrapped in golden, crunchy wrappers invites you to savor an unexpected culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 8 pieces egg roll wrappers
Filling Ingredients:
- 3.5 tablespoons (52 milliliters) sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Topping and Frying Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) cinnamon
- Oil for frying
- Water for brushing wrappers
- Caramel (for serving)
- Chocolate (for serving)
- Chopped strawberries (for serving)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare a deep pot by filling it with oil, heating to a sizzling 375°F for perfect crispy frying.
- Create a silky smooth filling by blending cream cheese with sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt using a mixer until perfectly creamy and lump-free.
- Position an egg roll wrapper diagonally on a clean surface, creating a diamond shape for easy wrapping.
- Carefully spoon the cream cheese mixture into the center of each wrapper, ensuring an even distribution.
- Fold the bottom point upward, covering the filling completely, then gently fold side edges inward to create a secure envelope-like pocket.
- Moisten the top corner with water, then roll the wrapper tightly to seal the delicate package, pressing edges to prevent any filling leakage.
- Whisk together cinnamon and sugar in a separate bowl, preparing the final coating for the crispy treats.
- Gently lower 3-4 egg rolls into the hot oil, frying until they transform into golden, crisp delights, approximately 2 minutes.
- Transfer the fried egg rolls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil, maintaining their crispy texture.
- While still warm, lovingly roll each egg roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring a complete and even coating.
- Plate the cheesecake egg rolls and accompany with indulgent toppings like caramel, chocolate sauce, fresh strawberries, or a delicate powdered sugar dusting.
Notes
- Prepare the oil carefully at the right temperature to ensure perfect golden-brown and crispy egg rolls without burning.
- Whip cream cheese mixture until ultra-smooth and creamy for a luxurious, velvety filling that melts in your mouth.
- Wrap egg rolls tightly using the envelope technique to prevent filling from leaking during frying.
- Use a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and maintain the crispiness of the egg rolls.
- Coat warm egg rolls immediately in cinnamon sugar for a delightful sweet and spicy exterior that adds extra crunch.
- Experiment with various toppings like caramel or chocolate sauce to elevate the dessert experience and customize to personal taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg