Description
Fried Cheesecake offers a heavenly blend of crunchy exterior and creamy filling that makes every bite a delightful experience. This indulgent dessert is perfect for celebrations or as a late-night treat, promising to bring joy to any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can impress friends and family with this delicious twist on the classic cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla; beat until smooth.
- Roll out pie crusts on a floured surface and cut into squares.
- Spoon cheesecake filling onto each square, fold over, and seal with a fork.
- Fry filled pastries in hot oil for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil, drain briefly on paper towels, and coat with cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg