07/22/2024
Deep-Fried Cheesecake Bites
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2.5 oz whipping cream (5 tbsp)
1 oz granulated sugar (2 tbsp)
¼ tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup graham cracker crumbs (divided)
For the Batter:
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1-1¼ cups milk
Pinch of salt
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
32 oz oil (canola, vegetable, or grapeseed) for frying
Instructions
Prepare Cheesecake Bites: Mix cream cheese, whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla. Form into balls, coat with graham cracker crumbs, and freeze for 1 hour.
Make Batter: Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and milk to create a thick batter.
Fry: Heat oil to 375°F. Dip frozen cheesecake bites in batter and fry until golden brown. Drain and dust with powdered sugar.
