Can I use low-fat cream cheese?

Yeah, but the flavor and texture might not be quite the same, full fat is best for richness

How far in advance can I prep these?

You can roll them up a few hours ahead and stash in the fridge till you’re ready to cook.

Is air frying really as crispy as deep frying?

Honestly, it’s close! Not quite as decadent, but you still get a satisfying crunch.

Can I freeze xango dessert before cooking?

Totally, you can freeze prepped rolls, then just fry/bake/air fry straight from the freezer (may need a little extra cooking time).

Are these actually Mexican?

They’re loosely inspired by Mexican desserts and American-style chimichangas, think Tex-Mex with a sweet bite!

Xango Dessert: The Best Fried Cheesecake Rolls

Name: Xango Dessert
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 pieces Flour tortillas (Soft taco size works best.); 8 oz Cream cheese (Softened, don’t be impatient while softening.); 1/2 cup Sugar (White granulated works best.); 1 tsp Vanilla extract (Makes all the difference.); 2 tbsp Melted butter (For brushing before baking or air-frying.); Oil for frying Oil (For deep frying.); 1 tbsp Lemon zest (Optional for added flavor.); 1 tsp Cinnamon (Optional for dusting.); 1 cup Fruit jam (Optional for sweetness.); 1/2 cup Chocolate chips (Optional for additional flavor.)

Description

Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these homemade Cheesecake Chimichangas offer the perfect mash-up of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces Flour tortillas (Soft taco size works best.)
8 oz Cream cheese (Softened, don’t be impatient while softening.)
1/2 cup Sugar (White granulated works best.)
1 tsp Vanilla extract (Makes all the difference.)
2 tbsp Melted butter (For brushing before baking or air-frying.)
Oil for frying Oil (For deep frying.)

Optional Add-ins

1 tbsp Lemon zest (Optional for added flavor.)
1 tsp Cinnamon (Optional for dusting.)
1 cup Fruit jam (Optional for sweetness.)
1/2 cup Chocolate chips (Optional for additional flavor.)

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Instructions

Preparation

Lay your tortilla flat and scoop about three spoonfuls of cream cheese filling onto the lower third.
Fold sides in, then roll up snugly burrito-style. Use a dab of water along the edge to seal it.
For best results, chill them for ten minutes before frying.

Cooking Methods

For deep frying: Heat oil until it quietly crackles. Gently drop in your rolls and brown on each side for about 2 minutes.
For baking: Brush with melted butter, place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet, and bake at 400°F, flipping halfway through.
For air frying: Lightly grease air fryer basket and fry at 375°F for 7 minutes, check and flip, then fry for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Serving

Dust with cinnamon sugar, drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce, or top with vanilla ice cream while warm.
Slice at an angle and serve on small plates with favorite toppings.

Notes

Best served warm, but can be stored in the fridge for a day or two. Reheat to regain crispiness. Can prep up to the rolling step and keep chilled until ready to cook.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican