Description
Indulgent dessert featuring crispy tortillas filled with creamy strawberry cheesecake and drizzled with cinnamon sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of cream cheese (8 oz, softened)
- 1 cup strawberries (fresh, chopped)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 flour tortillas (burrito size)
- Cinnamon sugar (for sprinkling)
- Butter (melted, for brushing)
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped strawberries, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Chimichangas: Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the strawberry cheesecake filling onto the center. Roll one side of the tortilla over the filling, then fold in the edges and roll it tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Heat It Up: In a deep skillet or pot, add enough oil to reach about 1 inch deep. Heat over medium-high heat until a drop of water sizzles when it hits the oil.
- Fry Away: Carefully place the chimichangas in the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry until golden brown on all sides, usually about 2-3 minutes. Use tongs to flip them.
- Finish with Flavor: While still warm, brush each chimichanga with melted butter and sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider baking the chimichangas. Brush them lightly with melted butter and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: dessert, chimichangas, strawberry cheesecake, easy dessert recipes, fried desserts