Deep-Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Pies

 

Crispy, golden, and bursting with creamy strawberry goodness!
These hand pies take everything you love about cheesecake and wrap it in a warm, crunchy shell you’ll never forget.

Ingredients

For the Strawberry Filling

• 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
• 2–3 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tsp water)

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp strawberry jam (optional but amazing)

For Assembly

• 6–8 small flour tortillas or pie dough squares
• 1 egg (for sealing)
• Oil for frying

For the Sugar Coating

• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon

How to Make the Strawberry Filling

1. Chop the strawberries and place them in a small pot.
2. Add sugar and lemon juice, then cook over medium heat until juicy.
3. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken.
4. Add heavy cream if you want a creamier texture.
5. Let the mixture cool completely.

How to Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar + vanilla.
3. Mix until creamy.
4. Stir in strawberry jam if using.

Assembling the Pies

1. Lay out your tortillas or pie dough.
2. Add 1 tbsp cheesecake filling + 1 tbsp strawberry filling in the center.
3. Brush edges with beaten egg.
4. Fold over into a half-moon shape and press with a fork to seal tightly.
5. Chill in the fridge 10–15 minutes (helps them stay sealed while frying).

Frying

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
2. Fry the pies for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
3. Transfer to paper towels to drain.

Sugar Coating

• Mix sugar and cinnamon.
• Roll the hot pies in the mixture for a crunchy, sweet finish.

Serve With

• Powdered sugar
• Whipped cream
• Melted chocolate
• Vanilla ice cream