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Golden fried cream-filled doughnuts dusted with powdered sugar, served on a decorative plate.

Fried Cheesecake

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 375 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 6-inch cheesecake frozen
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Place the cheesecake in the freezer for at least 1 hour until firm.
  • Cut the frozen cheesecake into 1-inch cubes. Keep the cubes in the freezer until ready to fry.
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  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
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  • Add the milk and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth.
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  • Fill a deep pot with vegetable oil until it reaches 2 inches deep. Heat the oil to 365°F over medium heat.
  • Dunk each cheesecake cube into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip off.
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  • Carefully place the coated cheesecake bites into the hot oil. Fry a few at a time for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
  • Remove the fried cheesecake bites with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
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Nutrition

Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 9gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 271mgFiber: 1g
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