Description
Crispy cheesecake egg rolls with caramel sauce blend classic dessert flavors in an innovative Asian-inspired treat. Guests will savor each golden-brown bite of creamy cheesecake wrapped in delicate, crunchy egg roll wrappers drizzled with rich caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil
- Powdered sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 3 tbsps (45 mL) water
- ¼ cup (60 mL) heavy cream
- 2 tbsps (30 g) unsalted butter
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cream Cheese Preparation: Whip cream cheese with sugar until smooth, blending in vanilla and optional cinnamon for a rich, aromatic filling.
- Wrapper Positioning: Lay egg roll wrappers diagonally on a clean surface, creating an ideal foundation for precise rolling.
- Filling and Initial Folding: Place cream cheese mixture near the bottom corner of each wrapper, then fold the corner tightly over the filling, tucking in side edges to create a secure pocket.
- Sealing the Egg Roll: Continue rolling upward, using a light water brush to seal the final edge, forming a compact, leak-proof package.
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pan to 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature for optimal frying.
- Frying Process: Gently lower egg rolls into hot oil in small batches, rotating to ensure even, golden-brown coloration and a crisp exterior (2-3 minutes per batch).
- Draining and Finishing: Remove egg rolls to a paper towel-lined wire rack to drain excess oil, then generously drizzle with warm caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
- Prevent Wrapper Tears: Handle egg roll wrappers gently and keep them covered with a damp cloth to maintain moisture and prevent cracking during preparation.
- Chill Cream Cheese Mixture: Refrigerate the filling for 30 minutes before assembling to ensure a firmer consistency and easier rolling, reducing potential leakage during frying.
- Control Oil Temperature: Use a cooking thermometer to maintain consistent 350°F oil temperature, preventing soggy or burnt egg rolls and ensuring perfect golden-brown crispiness.
- Dietary Adaptation: For a lighter version, consider baking the egg rolls at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, lightly spraying with cooking oil to achieve a crisp exterior while reducing overall fat content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg