Description
Delicious deep-fried pies filled with creamy strawberry cheesecake, perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package of pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- Oil for frying
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, chopped strawberries, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Roll out the pie crusts and cut them into circles.
- Place a spoonful of the cheesecake mixture in the center of each circle.
- Fold the crust over and seal the edges with a fork.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the pies in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent sogginess.
- Experiment with different fruit fillings for variety.
- Serve warm for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg