Description
Crispy Cherry Cheesecake Egg Rolls blend classic American dessert with Asian-inspired technique, creating a delightful fusion pastry. Sweet cream cheese and tart cherries nestle inside golden-brown wrappers, promising an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 21 ounce can of cherry pie filling
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting the cooked egg rolls, optional
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 0.75 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Cooking Components:
- 3 cups vegetable oil for frying the egg rolls
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla using a handheld mixer until perfectly smooth and lump-free, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into a decorator’s bag or ziplock bag with a trimmed corner for easy filling.
- Pour vegetable oil into a deep 10-inch skillet, heating to 330-340°F using a candy thermometer while preparing the egg roll assembly station.
- Position an egg roll wrapper diagonally, with the point facing towards you, creating a diamond shape on the work surface.
- Carefully pipe the cheesecake mixture in a precise line, positioning it about 3 inches from the bottom point and 1 inch from the side edge.
- Arrange 6-8 cherries along the top edge of the prepared filling.
- Moisten the wrapper edges using fingertips or a pastry brush to ensure proper sealing.
- Fold the bottom point over the filling, then fold side points inward, rolling tightly to create a secure egg roll shape. Repeat for remaining wrappers.
- Carefully lower egg rolls into hot oil, cooking in small batches of 2-3 for 1.5-2 minutes per side until achieving a golden-brown exterior.
- Remove fried egg rolls onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil, then generously dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality cream cheese for a smooth, luxurious filling that blends seamlessly without lumps.
- Ensure egg roll wrappers are at room temperature to prevent cracking and improve sealing during rolling.
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain precise oil temperature, preventing soggy or burnt egg rolls.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels to keep the exterior crispy and reduce greasiness.
- Swap regular cream cheese for low-fat or dairy-free alternatives to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Replace cherries with other fruits like strawberries or blueberries for flavor variety.
- Create a gluten-free version by using gluten-free egg roll wrappers and checking ingredient labels carefully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg