Description
Cherry Cheesecake Chimichangas are a delicious twist on traditional chimichangas, featuring a creamy cheesecake filling combined with sweet cherry pie filling and wrapped in crispy, cinnamon-sugar-coated tortillas. These indulgent treats are perfect for a special dessert or a fun party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Chimichangas: Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cheesecake mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with 2-3 tablespoons of cherry pie filling. Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll up tightly.
- Fry the Chimichangas: Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the chimichangas until golden brown and crispy, turning as needed, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow dish, mix together 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Immediately roll the fried chimichangas in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- Serve: Allow the chimichangas to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with additional cherry pie filling or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a different fruit flavor, you can substitute the cherry pie filling with blueberry, apple, or peach pie filling.
- To reduce the sweetness, cut down the amount of granulated sugar used for coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg