Deep-Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Wonton Bites Recipe
Delightful deep-fried strawberry cheesecake wonton bites featuring creamy cheesecake filling with fresh strawberries enrobed in crispy wonton wrappers. Perfect as a sweet appetizer or dessert, these golden bites are dusted with powdered sugar and optionally served with strawberry jam for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Wonton Bites
- 8–10 wonton wrappers
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
- Strawberry jam (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries to evenly distribute throughout the mixture.
- Fill and fold wontons: Lay the wonton wrappers flat on a clean surface. Place about 1-2 teaspoons of cheesecake mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Fold the edges over the filling to form a sealed triangle or square, pressing edges tightly to seal.
- Heat the oil: In a deep pan or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Test the temperature by dropping a small piece of wonton wrapper into the oil—if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready.
- Fry wonton bites: Carefully add wonton bites to the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve: Remove fried wontons with a slotted spoon and place on paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm with strawberry jam or fresh fruit for dipping if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to easily blend the filling.
- Seal the wonton wrappers tightly to prevent filling from leaking during frying.
- Maintain medium-high heat to achieve a crispy and golden exterior without burning.
- Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture in the filling.
- Wonton bites are best served immediately for optimal crispness.
- Adjust the amount of filling used per wonton to avoid overfilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake wonton bites, deep-fried cheesecake, strawberry dessert, crispy wontons, sweet appetizer
