Deep-Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Pies
Delight in these hand-held desserts that combine creamy cheesecake with sweet strawberries, all wrapped in a crispy dough.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped strawberries
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 package refrigerated pie-style dough or biscuit dough
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Oil for frying
- Optional: Powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Roll the dough slightly thinner if needed and cut into circles or squares.
- Place a spoonful of cheesecake filling in the center of each dough piece, top with strawberry filling, brush edges with egg, and seal.
- Fry the pies until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels; dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
Ensure oil is hot enough before frying and don’t overcrowd the pan. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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