Description
Strawberry cheesecake chimichangas combine Mexican and American dessert traditions in one irresistible treat. Sweet cream cheese and fresh strawberries create a delightful fusion you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup (240 ml) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) strawberry pie filling
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Preparation Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter, melted
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring a consistent temperature for optimal baking.
- Create a silky cream cheese mixture by blending softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until uniformly smooth.
- Generously spread the cream cheese blend across each tortilla, maintaining a small perimeter to prevent spillage during rolling.
- Position a dollop of strawberry pie filling precisely in the center of each prepared tortilla.
- Carefully roll the tortillas into compact cylinders, tucking edges inward to secure the filling.
- Arrange the rolled chimichangas seam-side down in a greased baking dish, ensuring they are snugly positioned.
- Delicately brush the exterior of each chimichanga with melted butter for a golden, crisp finish.
- Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon, then dust the buttered surface with the aromatic mixture.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the chimichangas transform into a crisp, golden-brown delicacy.
- Allow the chimichangas to rest for a few minutes, permitting the filling to stabilize before serving.
Notes
- Choose soft, fresh tortillas for easier rolling and a more delicate texture.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to create a smooth, lump-free filling.
- Opt for low-fat cream cheese and whole wheat tortillas for a lighter version of this dessert.
- Experiment with alternative fruit fillings like blueberry, raspberry, or peach to add variety and personal flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg