Description
Delight in these Deep Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Pies, featuring a creamy sweet cream cheese filling combined with fresh strawberries and strawberry jam, all encased in crispy golden fried egg roll wrappers or pie dough. Perfect as a warm dessert or indulgent treat, dusted with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 113 g cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Pie Shell and Frying
- 8 egg roll wrappers or pie dough rounds
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Oil for frying (about 4 cups, enough for deep frying)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to chill for 10 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Assemble the pies: Lay out the egg roll wrappers or pie dough rounds on a clean surface. Place a spoonful of the chilled cream cheese mixture in the center of each wrapper, add a few chopped fresh strawberries, and a small dollop of strawberry jam on top.
- Seal the pies: Brush the edges of each wrapper with the beaten egg wash to help seal. Fold each wrapper into a triangle or rectangle shape and press the edges firmly together to make sure they are tightly sealed to prevent filling leakage during frying.
- Heat the oil: In a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough oil to 350°F (175°C) to ensure proper frying. Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even cooking.
- Fry the pies: Carefully place the assembled pies into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each pie for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fried pies using a slotted spoon and set them on a paper towel-lined rack or plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Once slightly cooled but still warm, dust the fried pies generously with powdered sugar and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature remains steady at 350°F to avoid greasy or undercooked pies.
- Pie dough or egg roll wrappers can be used; egg roll wrappers create a crispier crust.
- Fresh strawberries add freshness but can be substituted with frozen if drained well.
- These pies are best served immediately while warm and crispy.
- For easier sealing, you can use a fork to crimp the edges after folding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Deep Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Pies, fried dessert, cream cheese pies, strawberry desserts, easy fried pies
