Why Make This Recipe
If you love sweet treats with a crispy outside and creamy inside, these Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are perfect for you. They’re fun to make and taste like a mix of cheesecake and churros. You don’t need any baking – just a quick fry, and you’re done!
This recipe is great for anyone who wants to make something special without too much effort. The inside is soft and full of sweet cream cheese and strawberries. The outside is golden and crunchy with cinnamon sugar. Kids and adults will both enjoy this easy dessert.
Whether it’s for a weekend snack, a family dessert, or something to impress your guests, these chimichangas are a great choice. You can even make them ahead of time and fry them just before serving. They are a simple way to turn regular ingredients into a fun treat.
How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas
Ingredients:
- 6 (8 inch) soft flour tortillas
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced strawberries
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Directions:
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Place a scoop of the mixture in the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll up like a burrito.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry each chimichanga for about 2–3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Mix 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Roll the fried chimichangas in the cinnamon sugar while still warm.
- Serve warm or chill for later.
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