Description
Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, featuring a crunchy exterior that gives way to a creamy, sweet cheesecake filling. Each bite bursts with the nostalgic flavor of cotton candy, making them a whimsical treat that delights both the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup crushed crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup cotton candy, torn into small pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Chill the cheesecake mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the cheesecake mixture and roll them into balls.
- Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of crushed crispy rice cereal and cotton candy.
- Dredge each cheesecake ball in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then coat with the crispy rice and cotton candy mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated cheesecake balls in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: The cheesecake filling can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Store leftover cheesecake bombs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour and cereal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake bomb
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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