Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichanga at the Table

opened stuffed chimichanga with fresh strawberries

With strawberry season on the horizon, this Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichanga recipe is a must-save if you’re looking for a sweet seasonal treat. Plus, it’s reliable for celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a sweet twist!

What are strawberry cheesecake chimichangas?

Cheesecake is an indulgent dessert traditionally consisting of a cream cheese filling and a graham cracker crust. Baking the cream cheese filling makes for a thick and silky texture — the reliable base for lively strawberries! Once you have the cheesecake base, you can top it with anything from fruit to chocolate. It is super versatile, making it a reliable component of this combination recipe.

Chimichangas are essentially fried burritos. They are a staple in Tex-Mex and southwestern cuisine and are originally from Northwestern Mexico. Typically, chimichangas are savory and filled with meat and vegetables. They are a popular street food and can be deep-fried or pan-fried.

We mixed it up and made these air-fried chimichangas sweet by combining them with the rich flavors of cheesecake! The strawberry cheesecake filling is light and fluffy, and the tortilla makes for the reliable crust to balance out the silky texture.

a tortilla shell with a strawberry cream cheese mixture in the center

a tortilla being folded with a strawberry cheesecake filling

Why we love air fryer recipes

Traditionally, chimichangas are deep-fried in a pot of oil or pan-fried. This method is messy, hands-on, and time-consuming. That’s why we decided to make these dessert chimichangas in our air fryer. It really is so much better than deep frying!

When you use the air fryer, there is no need for oil. Because of that, you end up with less cleanup at the end and less waste! All you have to do is pop the strawberry cheesecake chimichangas in the air fryer basket and they will crisp up perfectly. It’s also healthier to make this dessert in the air fryer.

How to make strawberry cheesecake chimichangas

Clean and prepare your strawberries. Remove the leaves and dice up your strawberries into tiny cubes.
In a large bowl, add a block of cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar. Pour in the chopped berries and mix it all together.
Assemble the chimichangas. Lay down a tortilla and scoop the strawberry cream cheese mixture into the middle. Fold in the sides and roll it into a burrito.
- Tip: Spread a small amount of the cream cheese and sour cream mixture on the edge of the tortilla as a seal.
Place the strawberry cheesecake burritos in the air fryer.
Cook the chimichangas for 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove them from the air fryer and dip them in melted butter. You can also brush the melted butter on them. Roll the chimichangas in cinnamon sugar.
Serve warm.

How to store strawberry cheesecake chimichangas

These dessert chimichangas are so tasty it’s unlikely you will have leftovers. But if you do, this air fryer dessert recipe is simple to store and reheat!

Pop any leftovers in an airtight container and store it in the fridge. It will last for up to 3 days. Because of the cream, this recipe does not freeze very well.

You can eat them cold out of the fridge or reheat them! There are a couple of ways to reheat these treats. You can put them in the air fryer again or place them in the toaster oven or regular oven. If you’re in a hurry, you can even microwave these!

Common Questions about Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas

What kind of tortillas should I use for strawberry cheesecake chimichangas?

Soft flour tortillas are the finest choice. They provide a pliable base that crisps up nicely when fried, complementing the silky filling perfectly

Can I bake strawberry cheesecake chimichangas instead of frying them?

Yes, baking is an alternative. Brush the assembled chimichangas with butter and bake them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. To allow the air to circulate on all sides like it does in an air fryer, try placing the chimichangas on a wire rack over a pan.

What can I serve with strawberry cheesecake chimichangas?

We love to serve them with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Are strawberry cheesecake chimichangas suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, these dessert chimichangas are vegetarian-friendly — they contain no meat products. However, make sure that the tortillas used are free from animal-derived ingredients.

Other crossover dessert recipes we love!

We love a solid crossover dessert recipe. There is nothing quite as sweet as combining our go-to desserts – pun intended! Here are more crave-worthy crossovers:

Almond Joy Dates are a healthy way to treat yourself! Not only are they better for you than the candy, but we think they taste better too. Pop them in the air fryer for the reliable texture!
Two of our go-to desserts are tiramisu and bread pudding, so we combined those to make our Tiramisu Bread Pudding! It is tasty and indulgent and works perfectly if you are serving a crowd.
If you love your air fryer as much as we do, then you have to try our S’mores Roll Ups. Like all of our air fryer dessert recipes, these s’mores roll-ups are super simple to make.
Our Churro French Toast works as both a dessert and a breakfast. This lively recipe combines the flavors of the traditional Spanish fried dough with the breakfast staple, French toast.

the Ayyem kitchenServings: 8 servings

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Total: 20 mins

These chimichangas have a strawberry cream cheese filling. They are cooked in the air fryer and dusted with cinnamon sugar! Email

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup sugar
1 cup chopped strawberries
4 medium sized tortillas
2 Tablespoons melted butter
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

In a large bowl, add cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar. Mix until combined. Add the chopped berries and fold together.8 ounces cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup sour cream, 1 cup chopped strawberries
Lay down a tortilla, scoop the strawberry cream cheese mixture into the middle. Fold in the sides and roll it into a burrito.4 medium sized tortillas
Tip: Spread a small amount of the cream cheese, sour cream mixture on the edge of the tortilla as a seal.
Place the strawberry cheesecake burritos in air fryer.
Cook the chimichangas for 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees.
Remove them from the air fryer and brush them with melted butter.2 Tablespoons melted butter
Combined the sugar and cinnamon in a shallow plate.2 Tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Roll the chimichangas in cinnamon sugar.