Ingredients :
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chimichangas:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 6–8 medium flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Oil for frying
For Serving (optional):
- Powdered sugar
- Extra strawberries
- Whipped cream
Instructions :
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the diced strawberries into the cheesecake mixture.
- Place a tortilla on a flat surface and spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the filling into the center.
- Fold the sides in, then roll tightly like a burrito to seal. Repeat with all tortillas.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each chimichanga for 1–2 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Immediately roll the fried chimichangas in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve with extra strawberries or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Best served warm and fresh.
- You can refrigerate the filling for 30 minutes to make rolling easier.