Description
Crispy, golden blueberry cream cheese egg rolls offer a delightful fusion of sweet and tangy flavors. Perfectly wrapped pastry delivers a mouthwatering dessert that brings excitement to any table, tempting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Filling Components:
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 7 tablespoons water
Frying and Finishing:
- 2+ cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant blueberry compote by simmering blueberries with sugar and lemon juice over medium heat until berries burst and release their juices, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Create a cornstarch slurry by whisking water and cornstarch, then incorporate into the simmering blueberry mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Allow the blueberry compote to cool completely at room temperature, which prevents moisture from making the egg roll wrappers soggy.
- Whip cream cheese with sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until the mixture transforms into a smooth, luxurious filling with no lumps.
- Position an egg roll wrapper diagonally and place a dollop of cream cheese mixture in the center, followed by a spoonful of cooled blueberry compote.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then tightly roll the wrapper, sealing the edges with a light brush of water to ensure a secure closure.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F, carefully monitoring the temperature with a cooking thermometer for consistent results.
- Gently lower prepared egg rolls into the hot oil, frying until they achieve a golden-brown, crispy exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer fried egg rolls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving, creating an elegant and sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh blueberries for the most vibrant and intense fruit flavor in the filling.
- Ensure the blueberry mixture is completely cooled before assembling to prevent wrapper soggy and prevent burning.
- Seal egg roll wrappers tightly with water to prevent filling from leaking during frying.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F for perfectly crispy and evenly golden egg rolls without burning.
- Pat excess moisture from cream cheese filling to create a smoother, more stable mixture.
- Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or zest to cream cheese for extra depth of flavor.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor oil temperature precisely during frying.
- Allow egg rolls to rest on paper towels for a minute to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg