Indulge in the heavenly combination of creamy cheesecake and luscious strawberries wrapped in a crispy tortilla with our Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas. This delightful dessert takes the flavors of a classic cheesecake and transforms them into a portable, handheld treat. Quick to make and irresistibly delicious, these chimichangas are a perfect sweet ending to any meal or a special treat for dessert lovers.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
- Vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dice Strawberries:
- Dice the fresh strawberries into small pieces.
- Assemble Chimichangas:
- Spoon a generous dollop of the cheesecake filling onto the center of each tortilla. Add a spoonful of diced strawberries on top.
- Fold and Seal:
- Fold the sides of the tortilla in and then roll it up, creating a chimichanga. Place each chimichanga seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with Butter:
- Brush each chimichanga with melted butter, ensuring they are coated evenly.
- Coat with Sugar and Cinnamon:
- In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Roll each chimichanga in the sugar-cinnamon mixture, coating them thoroughly.
- Bake:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chimichangas are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool Slightly:
- Allow the Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve with Ice Cream:
- Serve these delightful treats on their own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent experience.
Our Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas will delight your taste buds with a sweet and crispy treat. A satisfying and novel dessert is produced when fresh strawberries, crispy tortillas, and creamy cheesecake are combined. Enjoy this dessert by itself or as a delightful way to sate your sweet tooth with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It will be a hit dessert experience if you share it with friends and family. 🍓🍰🌯✨