Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and sweet cherry pie filling with these irresistible Cherry Cheesecake Egg Rolls. Wrapped in crispy egg roll wrappers, these treats offer a satisfying crunch and are perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to festive gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can create a dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or paired with ice cream, these egg rolls are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 21-ounce can of cherry pie filling
- 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Use a handheld mixer to blend until smooth.
- Pipe the cheesecake mixture onto an egg roll wrapper and top with cherries.
- Seal the wrappers tightly by dampening edges before rolling them up.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 330°F-340°F and fry the egg rolls until golden brown on both sides (about 1½ – 2 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll (60g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with different fruit fillings like blueberry or strawberry for variety. Make sure the oil is hot enough to achieve the perfect crispy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container; they stay fresh for up to three days in the refrigerator.