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Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Chimichangas

Indulgent Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Chimichangas Bliss

These Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Chimichangas are crispy, creamy, and incredibly indulgent, perfect for any dessert lover.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 chimichangas
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon add a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor
For the Chimichangas
  • 8 pieces flour tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted; can use coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Coating
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • large deep skillet
  • shallow dish
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend together cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Spread a generous amount of the cheesecake filling onto the center of each flour tortilla, then roll tightly and seal the edges.
  3. Preheat your frying oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C) and brush each chimichanga with melted butter.
  4. Mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish for coating.
  5. Carefully place each chimichanga into the preheated oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove chimichangas from the oil and roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while warm.
  7. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chimichangaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store un-fried chimichangas in the fridge for up to 24 hours; freeze un-fried ones for longer storage. Reheat leftovers in the oven to regain crispiness.

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