If a dessert chimichanga has never been on your radar, now is the time! This is one of my favorite things to enjoy regarding air fryer desserts! If you have a cheesecake craving, fun desserts are some of the best things to have! Using soft tortillas as a sweet treat will have you adding them to your shopping list time and time again. If you’re a fan of air fryer recipes, memorize the ingredient list below. (and if this is the first time making these air fryer cheesecake chimichangas, get ready to be obsessed!
Ingredients:
Cream cheese - Make sure it’s at room temperature prior to using. Marshmallow cream - Adds sweetness and creamy texture. Granulated sugar - Divide it, as you’ll use it in various steps. Vanilla extract - Excellent for most desserts! Strawberries - Clean and chop them up! Flour tortillas - Makes the perfect soft and chewy texture. Cinnamon - For the topping.
How to make Air Fryer Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas
Variations
Use fresh or frozen strawberries - Try making this delicious dessert with fresh or frozen strawberries! Add some lemon zest - If you want to add some citrus flavor, zest a bit of lemon in the mixture. Change the sugary topping - Powdered sugar on top of these delicious strawberry cheese-filled chimis is never a bad idea. The perfect way to eat it is up to your cravings!
How to Serve
Once you add the cinnamon sugar coating, it’s time to dish and serve. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor and texture - but be careful not to burn your mouth! Grab a large plate and dish!
How to Store
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers of this creamy filling and sweet pastry, store it in the fridge in an airtight container. You can also cover it with plastic wrap as well.
When should I serve this decadent dessert?
Since this will be your family’s new favorite dessert, you should serve it anytime you want. It also makes the perfect Cinco de mayo dessert and is a fun treat for a fiesta party. (don’t forget that it’s also great for a birthday party!)
How do I keep the cheesecake mixture from cooking out of the burrito?
It’s all about the burrito shape! You need to ensure that you’re not overfilling the flour tortilla and that you’re working on the rolling process. Be sure that you roll the edges of the tortilla in a way that they tuck in so that none of the fillings spews out. Place it seam-side down in the air fryer basket.
How do I know when this easy dessert recipe is done cooking?
The best way to tell if this chimichanga is done cooking is to peek at the tortilla. You should have a crispy tortilla, but not a burnt one.
What other toppings can I add to this savory dish?
Sliced strawberries that are fresh and ripe during strawberry season add so much flavor! You can easily top it with ice cream or stick with the delicious cinnamon sugar mixture discussed in the printable recipe card below.
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