Description
These Cherry Cream Cheese Egg Rolls are a delightful dessert snack featuring a creamy sweetened cream cheese filling paired with luscious cherry pie filling, all wrapped in crispy, golden egg roll wrappers. Perfect for frying or baking, they offer a versatile and indulgent treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress guests or satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
Assembly
- 12 egg roll wrappers
For Cooking
- Vegetable oil for frying or spray oil for baking
To Serve
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, creating a rich sweet filling base.
- Prepare Wrappers: Lay one egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface with a corner facing towards you to position for rolling.
- Add Filling: Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of the wrapper and top it with 1 tablespoon of cherry pie filling, balancing the flavors inside.
- Roll Egg Rolls: Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper up over the filling, then fold in the sides snugly and roll up tightly. Seal the edge with a dab of water to prevent unrolling.
- Repeat: Continue assembling the remaining wrappers with the filling following the same procedure, creating a total of 12 egg rolls.
- Fry Egg Rolls (Optional Method): Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry 2–3 egg rolls at a time until golden brown and crisp, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Bake Egg Rolls (Alternative Method): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place egg rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spray them lightly with oil. Bake for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway through baking until golden and crisp.
- Serve: Optionally dust the finished egg rolls with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness before serving warm and enjoying.
Notes
- You can choose to fry for a traditional crispy texture or bake for a lighter alternative.
- Make sure to seal the egg rolls tightly to prevent filling leakage during cooking.
- The cream cheese filling should be softened to ensure easy spreading and smooth consistency.
- Serve egg rolls warm to enjoy the best texture and flavors.
- Store leftover egg rolls in an airtight container; reheat in the oven to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
