Description
Crispy cherry cheesecake egg rolls blend American comfort with Asian fusion, creating a delightful dessert that surprises and satisfies. Sweet cream cheese and tangy cherries wrap in golden-brown pastry, inviting you to savor each crunchy, creamy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 8 egg roll wrappers (6x6 inches)
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
Oil and Frying:
- Oil for frying
Seasonings and Flavors:
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Craft a silky mixture by blending cream cheese with zesty lemon zest, sweet sugar, and bright lemon juice until perfectly smooth and uniform.
- Position egg roll wrappers diagonally, creating a diamond shape with points facing north and south. Create a precise line of creamy cheesecake mixture across the center of each wrapper.
- Carefully arrange fresh cherries along the piped cream cheese line, ensuring even distribution across the surface.
- Delicately moisten wrapper edges using water, then meticulously fold and roll the wrapper, creating a tight seal to prevent filling escape during cooking.
- Allow rolled egg rolls to rest momentarily, allowing edges to slightly dry and maintain structural integrity.
- Heat cooking oil to 350°F in a deep skillet, maintaining consistent temperature for optimal frying.
- Gently lower egg rolls into hot oil, cooking in small batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even golden-brown coloration.
- Fry each batch for 5-6 minutes, rotating occasionally to achieve uniform crispiness and beautiful amber exterior.
- Transfer freshly fried egg rolls to paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain and maintaining crisp texture.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by optional whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finishing touch.
Notes
- Experiment with different fruit fillings like blueberries, raspberries, or mixed berries to create exciting flavor variations.
- For a lighter version, try baking the egg rolls at 400°F for 15-20 minutes instead of deep-frying, brushing with a light egg wash for golden color.
- Keep the cream cheese mixture cold to prevent leaking during frying and ensure a cleaner, more precise filling process.
- To make the dessert gluten-free, swap traditional egg roll wrappers with rice paper or gluten-free spring roll wrappers for a celiac-friendly treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg