Fried Cheesecake Bites Aka the Ultimate Comfort Food
Indulge in the decadent delight of Fried Cheesecake Bites, the ultimate comfort food that takes creamy cheesecake to a whole new level! These bite-sized treats start with a luscious cream cheese filling, infused with a hint of vanilla and a splash of zesty lemon juice for that perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Rolled in graham cracker crumbs, frozen to perfection, and then coated in a crispy panko breading, each bite is fried to golden-brown perfection, delivering a delightful crunch with a melt-in-your-mouth center. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and optionally drizzled with rich chocolate sauce, these heavenly bites are an irresistible dessert or party treat. Easy to make and ready in just over 30 minutes, they’re perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cups panko bread crumbs
- 4 cups vegetable oil
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups chocolate sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the cream cheese. Mix until fully combined and no lumps remain.
Scoop out small portions of the cream cheese mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Roll each cream cheese ball in graham cracker crumbs to coat. Once all are coated, freeze the balls for at least 1 hour until firm.
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs and milk, and one with panko bread crumbs.
Remove the cheesecake balls from the freezer. Dip each ball into flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally into panko bread crumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet to 350°F (175°C). Test the oil temperature with a thermometer to ensure even frying.
Carefully lower a few cheesecake bites into the hot oil using a slotted spoon. Do not overcrowd the pot.
Fry the bites for 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Remove the fried cheesecake bites from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Dust the cheesecake bites with powdered sugar while still warm.
Optionally, drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 942.2 g | 1208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.6 g | 873% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 541.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 604 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 2068 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 351.4 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 140.7 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 927 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
