Description
Crispy cherry cheesecake egg rolls blend sweet American dessert traditions with Asian-inspired technique. Creamy, tangy cheesecake filling nestled in golden-brown wrappers creates an irresistible treat you can’t resist savoring.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Filling Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (250 milliliters) cherry pie filling
Wrapper and Sealing Ingredients:
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 1 large egg, beaten (for sealing)
Cooking and Topping Ingredients:
- Vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (optional topping)
- Whipped cream (optional topping)
Instructions
- Whisk cream cheese in a mixing bowl with sugar and vanilla until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency that is free of lumps, creating a silky base for the filling.
- Carefully arrange egg roll wrappers on a clean, dry surface, positioning them in a diamond orientation to facilitate precise folding.
- Distribute a generous dollop of the cream cheese mixture directly in the center of each wrapper, ensuring even placement for consistent rolling.
- Layer cherry pie filling atop the cream cheese, creating a vibrant and flavorful center that will provide a burst of fruity sweetness.
- Execute a precise folding technique by first covering the filling with the bottom corner of the wrapper, then neatly tucking in the side corners to prevent any potential leakage.
- Carefully roll the wrapper upward with gentle tension, creating a compact cylinder that securely contains the luscious filling.
- Seal the final top corner using beaten egg as an adhesive, ensuring the egg roll remains tightly closed during frying.
- Warm oil in a deep pan to 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature that will produce a golden, crisp exterior without burning.
- Gently lower the prepared egg rolls into the hot oil, frying in small batches to maintain optimal temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- Rotate the egg rolls periodically, achieving an evenly bronzed, crunchy exterior that is uniformly cooked.
- Transfer the fried egg rolls to a paper towel-lined surface to absorb excess oil and preserve their crisp texture.
- Finish by delicately dusting the egg rolls with powdered sugar and serving alongside whipped cream or additional cherry pie filling for an indulgent presentation.
Notes
- Customize the cream cheese mixture by adding a splash of almond extract for a more complex flavor profile.
- Ensure egg roll wrappers are at room temperature to prevent cracking during assembly and prevent filling leakage.
- Use a digital thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature, preventing soggy or burnt egg rolls.
- Create a gluten-free version by using rice paper wrappers or gluten-free egg roll wrappers for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 81
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg