Description
Sweet meets savory in these strawberry cheesecake chimichangas, a delightful fusion blending Mexican inspiration with creamy dessert magic. Crispy tortilla shells cradle rich cream cheese and fresh strawberries, creating a mouthwatering treat that promises pure indulgence in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup (240 ml) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) strawberry pie filling
Filling and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Coating and Preparation:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring a consistent temperature for optimal baking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture becomes silky and uniform.
- Lay out tortillas and distribute the cream cheese blend evenly, maintaining a small margin around the edges to prevent leakage.
- Carefully place a precise dollop of strawberry pie filling at the center of each prepared tortilla.
- Fold the tortilla edges inward, then roll tightly to create compact and secure chimichangas.
- Position the rolled chimichangas seam-side down in a lightly greased baking dish to prevent unraveling.
- Generously brush the exterior of each chimichanga with melted butter for a golden, crisp finish.
- Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small dish, then liberally dust the buttered surfaces.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chimichangas transform into a rich, golden-brown color.
- Remove from oven and let the chimichangas rest for a few minutes, allowing them to slightly cool and set before serving.
Notes
- Butter Temperature Matters softened butter ensures a smoother, more even coating on the chimichangas for that perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Tortilla Selection choose flour tortillas that are fresh and pliable to prevent cracking during rolling and baking.
- Filling Distribution spread cream cheese and strawberry filling evenly to create a balanced bite with consistent flavor in every chimichanga.
- Dietary Modifications swap regular tortillas for gluten-free options and use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version that still delivers delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg