Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are crispy, golden‑fried (or baked) tortilla wraps filled with a creamy strawberry cheesecake mixture. They’re indulgent, easy to make, and perfect for dessert or sweet snacks any time.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for baking) or oil for frying
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the finely chopped strawberries and set the filling aside.
- Lay a flour tortilla flat and spoon a generous amount of the cheesecake filling into the center. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly, like a burrito. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- **For frying:** Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry each chimichanga until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels. **For baking:** Brush each rolled tortilla with melted butter, place seam‑side down on a baking sheet, and bake at 375°F (190°C) until crisp and lightly browned.
- In a shallow bowl, mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll the warm chimichangas in the cinnamon‑sugar mixture before serving.
Notes
- Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or a mixed berry blend for variation.
- Add a spoonful of strawberry jam to the filling for extra sweetness and fruit flavor.
- Serve with chocolate sauce, strawberry syrup, or whipped cream on top.
- For a lighter version, bake instead of frying; brush with oil or butter for extra crispness.
- If using frozen strawberries, thaw and drain well to avoid excess moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican‑Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
