Description
Delightfully crispy and sweet, these Cherry Cheesecake Egg Rolls combine creamy cinnamon-spiced cream cheese with luscious cherry filling wrapped in crispy baked wonton wrappers. Perfect as a fun dessert or party treat, they’re easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup cherry jam or cherry pie filling
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Assembly and Cooking
- 16 wonton wrappers (3 1/2-inch squares)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a medium bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon thoroughly to create a flavorful cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Prepare Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix until well incorporated.
- Combine Fillings: Fold the cinnamon sugar mixture into the cream cheese mixture until evenly combined for that rich, spiced flavor.
- Assemble Egg Rolls: Place one wonton wrapper on a clean flat surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of the wrapper.
- Add Cherry Filling: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of cherry jam or pie filling on top of the cream cheese mixture for a sweet burst of cherry flavor.
- Seal Egg Rolls: Moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper lightly with water. Fold the wrapper over the filling, folding the corners inward to tightly seal the filling inside, shaping it into an egg roll. Repeat the process with all wrappers and filling.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to fully preheat for even baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush each egg roll generously with melted butter to aid in browning and crisping. Arrange the egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are spaced evenly.
- Bake Egg Rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure golden, crispy surfaces.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baked egg rolls and allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their crispy texture and creamy, fruity filling safely.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and smooth texture.
- Moistening the edges of the wonton wrappers is crucial for sealing the egg rolls properly to prevent leaking during baking.
- Turning the egg rolls halfway through baking ensures even browning on all sides.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat in oven for best texture.