Description

These Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are a delightful blend of creamy cheese and fresh strawberries, wrapped in crispy tortillas. Easy to prep, these tasty treats make for a perfect dessert any time.

Ingredients

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1 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
1/4 cup Sour Cream
1 tbsp Sugar
1/4 cup Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla
1/2 tsp Lemon Zest
6 (8 inch) Flour Tortillas
1 3/4 cups Strawberries (Diced)
1 tbsp Cinnamon
Oil for Frying

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, 1 tablespoon of sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest, beating until smooth.
Gently fold in 3/4 cup of diced strawberries into the mixture.
Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture onto the lower third of each tortilla, then fold the sides toward the center and roll up like a burrito, securing with toothpicks.
Mix the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with cinnamon in a small bowl and set aside.
Prepare a plate lined with paper towels for draining the chimichangas once fried.
Heat 3 inches of oil in a large deep saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 360 degrees.
Fry the chimichangas in batches until golden brown, flipping them to ensure even cooking. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate to drain for a minute before rolling in the cinnamon-sugar mix.
Continue frying the remaining chimichangas.
Remove the toothpicks and serve warm with the leftover diced strawberries.

Notes

Make sure the oil is hot enough for frying to ensure perfect crispiness.
You can also bake these chimichangas in the oven for a healthier option.
Feel free to substitute strawberries with other fruits as desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chimichanga
Calories: 250
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg