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These Strawberry & Cheesecake Stuffed Eggroll Bites are my absolute favorite fusion dessert. I created them for a potluck when I wanted something unique and now everyone begs me to make them. The contrast between the crispy wrapper and that luscious creamy filling is simply incredible. Plus watching people's faces light up when they bite into these little bundles of joy makes my heart so happy.
The Magic Behind These Bites
What I love most about this recipe is how it brings together different textures in one perfect bite. That golden crispy wrapper gives way to the smoothest cheesecake filling and juicy strawberries. My kids help me in the kitchen rolling these up and they say it's like making tiny presents filled with their favorite desserts.
What You'll Need
- Cream Cheese: Provides the creamy base for the cheesecake filling.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the filling without adding graininess.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor of the cheesecake filling and glaze.
- Heavy Cream: Adjusts the cheesecake filling's consistency for a smooth texture.
- Fresh Strawberries: Adds natural sweetness and a fruity contrast.
- Sugar: Sweetens the strawberry filling to taste.
- Cornstarch (optional): Thickens the strawberry filling, if desired.
- Eggroll Wrappers: Holds the filling, creating a crispy shell when fried.
- Vegetable Oil: For frying to achieve the golden-brown exterior.
- Glaze: A mix of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for a sweet finish.
Let's Make Something Special
- Start with Your Strawberries
- Cook those lovely chopped strawberries with sugar until they get all syrupy and delicious. Let them cool while you work on the rest.
- Whip Up That Filling
- Beat your cream cheese until it's super smooth then mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla. Add just enough cream to make it perfect for filling.
- Roll Them Up
- Place your fillings in the center of each wrapper then roll them up nice and tight. Make sure to seal the edges well.
- Time to Fry
- Get your oil nice and hot then fry these little treasures until they're golden brown. They'll need just a few minutes on each side.
- Make it Pretty
- Mix up your glaze and drizzle it over your warm eggrolls. The glaze will get slightly melty and absolutely perfect.
- Dig In
- Serve them while they're still warm and watch them disappear.
Fresh From the Kitchen
These are best enjoyed warm when the outside is still crispy and the filling is all gooey and delicious. I love serving them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. If you have any leftovers pop them in a container but honestly in my house they rarely last past dessert time.
Mix It Up
Sometimes I swap in fresh blueberries or add a swirl of chocolate to the filling. My sister made them with peaches last summer and they were amazing. For my vegan friends I use dairy free cream cheese and they turn out just as delicious.
Your Questions Answered
I get lots of questions about these little treats. Yes you can definitely bake them instead of frying just give them a good spray with cooking oil first. Frozen strawberries work fine just drain them well. And if you're planning ahead you can roll them up early and keep them in the fridge until you're ready to fry. Just make sure they're wrapped well so they don't dry out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
- The fillings can be prepared ahead, but the eggrolls should be fried just before serving for the best crispy texture.
- → How do I keep the eggrolls crispy?
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F while frying and drain well on paper towels. Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
- → Can I use frozen strawberries?
- Fresh strawberries work best, but thawed frozen strawberries can work. Just drain excess liquid and cook until thickened.
- → Why add cornstarch to the strawberry filling?
- Cornstarch helps thicken the strawberry mixture, preventing it from being too runny and leaking during frying.
- → Can these be baked instead of fried?
- While frying gives the best crispy texture, you can brush with oil and bake at 400°F until golden brown. The texture will be different but still good.