Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are a delicious twist on classic desserts, featuring a crispy shell filled with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries. Perfect for summer picnics or festive gatherings, these indulgent treats are sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar mixture (for dusting)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, chopped strawberries, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble chimichangas: Place about two tablespoons of filling at the center of each tortilla. Fold in sides and roll up tightly.
- Heat oil: In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chimichangas: Carefully place chimichangas seam-side down in hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Dust with cinnamon sugar: While warm, roll each chimichanga in cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg