Cheesecake Egg Rolls – Crispy, Creamy & Totally Irresistible!
These dessert egg rolls are stuffed with a rich, sweetened cream cheese filling (with optional fruit or chocolate), fried until golden, and served warm. They’re like cheesecake meets carnival treat — a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
For the filling:
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8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Optional:
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1/2 cup strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries (fresh or jam)
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2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
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Zest of 1 lemon for brightness
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To assemble:
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10–12 egg roll wrappers
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1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
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Oil, for frying (vegetable or canola)
To serve:
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
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Optional: Chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or fruit compote for dipping
Instructions
1. Make the cheesecake filling:
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In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
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Fold in optional add-ins like fruit, zest, or chocolate chips.
2. Assemble the egg rolls:
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Lay out one wrapper like a diamond. Place about 1 ½ tablespoons of filling in the center.
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Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll tightly toward the top, sealing with a brush of beaten egg.
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Repeat with remaining wrappers.
3. Fry:
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Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry egg rolls in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp.
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Drain on paper towels.
4. Serve:
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Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
✔️ Want to bake instead? Brush with butter and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 mins, flipping halfway.
✔️ Try a swirl of caramel or Nutella in the filling for extra indulgence.
✔️ Use flavored cream cheese (like strawberry or cinnamon) for a fun twist.