Description
Crispy golden Cheesecake Egg Rolls blend creamy dessert magic with crunchy Asian-inspired wrap techniques. Sweet Philadelphia cream cheese filling nestled in delicate wrappers creates an irresistible dessert you’ll crave after one perfect bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Egg Roll Wrapper and Coating:
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Garnish and Dipping:
- 1/2 cup fresh berries
- 2 tbsp chocolate sauce
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Blend softened cream cheese with sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, whisking until fully integrated and velvety.
- Lay out egg roll wrappers on a clean surface, positioning them in a diamond shape.
- Spoon a precise amount of cheesecake filling onto the center of each wrapper, ensuring even distribution.
- Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the side corners tightly.
- Roll the wrapper upward, sealing the final edge with a dab of water to secure the egg roll.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature.
- Carefully lower prepared egg rolls into the hot oil, frying 2-3 at a time to prevent overcrowding.
- Rotate egg rolls every 30-45 seconds to achieve an even, golden-brown exterior, approximately 3-4 minutes total.
- Remove fried egg rolls with a slotted spoon, placing them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Dust warm egg rolls with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve.
- Plate the crispy egg rolls alongside fresh berries, drizzling chocolate and caramel sauces for elegant presentation.
Notes
- Cream cheese temperature matters: Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for 30 minutes to ensure smooth, lump-free filling.
- Wrapper sealing technique prevents oil leakage: Press edges firmly and use water as glue to create a tight seal that prevents filling from escaping during frying.
- Oil control keeps egg rolls crispy: Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350°F and avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even, golden-brown exterior without greasy texture.
- Dietary adaptations work well: Substitute cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives for vegan version, or use gluten-free wrappers for celiac-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg