Description
These Deep-Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Wonton Bites are irresistibly crispy on the outside with a creamy, sweet cheesecake and strawberry filling inside. Perfect as an indulgent appetizer or dessert, they’re served warm with whipped cream and fresh strawberries for an extra fruity touch.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup strawberry jam or preserves
- Fresh strawberries, diced (optional)
Wontons
- 20–24 wonton wrappers
- Water, for sealing the edges
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For Serving
- Whipped cream
- Extra strawberry jam or sauce
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Optionally, mix in a few diced strawberries or add a small dollop of strawberry jam in the center of each filling portion.
- Fill Wontons: Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake filling into the center. Moisten the edges with water, fold over to form a triangle or envelope, and press firmly to seal, removing any air bubbles.
- Repeat Filling: Continue filling and sealing the remaining wonton wrappers with the cheesecake mixture.
- Heat Oil: In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry Wontons: Fry the wontons in batches for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain temperature.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove fried wontons with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the wontons warm with whipped cream, extra strawberry jam or sauce for dipping, and fresh sliced strawberries on the side.
Notes
- Do not overfill the wontons to prevent them from bursting during frying.
- Adjust the sweetness of the filling by adding more or less powdered sugar according to taste.
- Wonton bites can be made ahead and frozen; fry them directly from frozen when ready to serve.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature at 350°F for optimal crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wonton
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
