Sweet Fried Cherry Cheesecake (Print Format)
Fried tortillas stuffed with creamy cheesecake and tart cherry filling, tossed in tasty cinnamon sugar. A totally fun twist on classic cheesecake bars.
# Ingredients:
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6 soft tortillas, 8 inches each.
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8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
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4 tsp white sugar.
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1 tsp of vanilla extract.
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1 1/2 cups cherry pie filling.
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Vegetable oil, just enough to fry.
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1 tbsp ground cinnamon.
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1/2 cup sugar for rolling.
# Steps:
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Stir together cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar until silky smooth.
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Smear the cream cheese blend on the lower part of every tortilla.
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Spoon about 1/4 cup of cherries onto the cream cheese layer.
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Fold in the sides of the tortillas, then roll them snugly, burrito-style. Insert toothpicks to keep them in place.
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Combine cinnamon and 1/2 cup sugar in a shallow dish.
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Warm up 2.5 inches of oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat.
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Cook the chimichangas in the hot oil for about 2 to 3 minutes each side until golden and crisp.
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Allow them to drain briefly on paper towels before rolling them in the sugar-cinnamon mix.
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Pull out the toothpicks before digging in.
# Tips:
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Serve while warm for the best flavor and texture.
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Avoid overstuffing the tortillas or they might break during frying.
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To keep them crispy, stick to medium-high oil temperature.