Description
Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs are a whimsical treat that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the light, airy texture of cotton candy. Each bite offers a delightful crunch followed by a smooth, sweet explosion of flavor that transports you to a carnival of taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup cotton candy, finely chopped
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Chill the cheesecake filling in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, scoop out small balls of the cheesecake filling and roll them into smooth balls.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, and egg to create a batter.
- Dip each cheesecake ball into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Roll the coated balls in a mixture of crushed graham crackers and chopped cotton candy.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the cheesecake bombs in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the cheesecake filling a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake bomb
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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