Quick-and-Easy Fried Mini Cheesecakes Recipe

Name: Quick-and-Easy Fried Mini Cheesecakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pkg. (250 g each) Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, at room temperature; 1-2/3 cups granulated sugar, divided; 2 eggs; 2 Tbsp. lemon juice Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09; 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract; 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying; 1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon; 12 small flour tortillas; 3/4 cup chocolate syrup; 1-1/2 cups sliced strawberries Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 3/4 cup thawed Cool Whip Whipped Topping

Servings: persons

2 pkg. (250 g each) Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, at room temperature
1-2/3 cups granulated sugar, divided
2 eggs
2 Tbsp. lemon juice Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon
12 small flour tortillas
3/4 cup chocolate syrup
1-1/2 cups sliced strawberries Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09
3/4 cup thawed Cool Whip Whipped Topping

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Spray a 12-cup muffin pan lightly with cooking spray.
3
Beat cream cheese, 2/3 cup sugar, eggs, lemon juice and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until well blended; spoon into prepared muffin cups.
4
Bake for 20 to 25 min.
5
or until golden brown around edges and set in centres.
6
Remove from oven and let stand 5 min.
7
Heat oil in heavy skillet to 350 degrees F. Meanwhile, combine remaining sugar with cinnamon; set aside.
8
Place 1 cheesecake in the centre of a tortilla.
9
Fold bottom of tortilla up and over cheesecake, and then fold in sides over cheesecake to make a cheesecake bundle.
10
Repeat with remaining cheesecakes and tortillas.
11
Fry cheesecake bundles, in batches, in hot oil for 1 min.
12
or until tortillas are golden, then turn over and fry 1 min.
13
Remove from oil and place on a paper towel-covered plate; dab off excess oil.
14
While warm, place tortilla bundles, one at a time, in sugar-cinnamon mixture and toss to coat.
15
Serve cheesecakes drizzled with chocolate syrup; top with strawberries and whipped topping.

2495

kcal

Calories

175

Fat

199

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pkg. (250 g each) Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, at room temperature, 1-2/3 cups granulated sugar, divided, 2 eggs, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09, and more.

Yes, Quick-and-Easy Fried Mini Cheesecakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick-and-Easy Fried Mini Cheesecakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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