Description
These Air Fryer Cherry Cheesecake Egg Rolls are a delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake filling with sweet cherry pie filling, wrapped in crispy egg roll wrappers. They are quick to prepare and air-fried to perfection for a light, crunchy texture without the mess of deep frying. Perfect for an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing treat that pairs wonderfully with a dusting of cinnamon or powdered sugar.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Other Ingredients
- 8 pieces egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- Cooking spray, as needed for coating
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy to create a rich cheesecake base.
- Fold in cherry pie filling: Gently add the cherry pie filling and lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture, folding carefully to avoid breaking the cherries, blending the flavors together.
- Assemble egg rolls: Lay one egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with a corner facing you. Place about 2 tablespoons of the cheesecake-cherry mixture near the center.
- Roll and seal: Fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in the sides, then roll up tightly. Seal the top corner with a dab of water. Repeat for all wrappers.
- Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it is hot enough for even cooking.
- Prepare egg rolls for cooking: Lightly spray the outside of each egg roll with cooking spray to help them crisp up and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer without touching.
- Air fry: Cook the egg rolls for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through to brown evenly on all sides.
- Cool and serve: Remove the egg rolls and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Optionally sprinkle with cinnamon and serve with extra cherry pie filling on the side.
- Optional finishing touch: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings, such as blueberry or strawberry, for different flavors.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake mixture.
- If the egg roll wrappers dry out, cover them with a damp towel while assembling.
- For extra crispiness, avoid overlapping egg rolls in the air fryer basket.
- Use cooking spray lightly to prevent excess oil but still achieve a golden crust.
- Store leftover egg rolls in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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