Description
Sweet meets crispy in this mouthwatering cherry cheesecake egg roll fusion that marries creamy Philadelphia-style cheesecake with tart cherries. Crisp golden wrappers encase a luscious filling, promising a delightful dessert experience that brings excitement to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (250 milliliters) cherry pie filling
- 8–10 egg roll wrappers
Binding and Flavoring Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, beaten (for sealing)
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (optional topping)
- Whipped cream (optional topping)
Instructions
- Craft a velvety cheesecake base by whisking cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until luxuriously smooth and uniform in texture.
- Position an egg roll wrapper diagonally, creating a diamond shape on your work surface. Carefully center a dollop of the creamy cheesecake mixture slightly below the midpoint.
- Gently spoon a precise portion of cherry pie filling atop the cheesecake layer, ensuring a balanced distribution without overcrowding the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom corner snugly over the filling, then tuck in the side corners to create a compact envelope-like shape. Roll the wrapper tightly upward, using a delicate water seal to secure the final edge.
- Prepare a deep skillet with oil, heating to a precise 350°F. Delicately lower the assembled egg rolls into the hot oil, rotating periodically to achieve an even, golden-brown exterior.
- Once the egg rolls reach a perfect crisp and amber hue, transfer them to a paper towel-lined surface to absorb excess oil and allow slight cooling.
- Elevate the presentation by dusting with a light snowfall of powdered sugar or drizzling with a decadent chocolate sauce before serving warm.
Notes
- Keep the cream cheese mixture chilled before assembling to maintain a firmer texture and prevent leaking during frying.
- Pat the cherry pie filling dry with a paper towel to reduce excess moisture that could make the egg rolls soggy.
- Choose egg roll wrappers that are fresh and pliable to ensure easy rolling and a crisp exterior when fried.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F to prevent greasy egg rolls and ensure even golden-brown coloring.
- For a lighter version, consider baking the egg rolls at 400F for 15-20 minutes, lightly spraying with cooking oil for crispness.
- Experiment with alternative fruit fillings like blueberry, strawberry, or peach to create unique flavor variations.
- Prepare these as a make-ahead dessert by assembling and freezing uncooked egg rolls, then frying directly from frozen state.
- Use a candy thermometer to precisely monitor oil temperature and prevent burning or undercooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 40
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg