Description
Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, featuring a crunchy exterior that gives way to a creamy, rich cheesecake filling. Each bite bursts with the nostalgic sweetness of cotton candy, making them an irresistible treat for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cotton candy, finely chopped
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup cotton candy
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and chopped cotton candy until smooth.
- Chill the cheesecake mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, scoop out small balls of the cheesecake mixture and roll them into smooth balls.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed graham crackers and cotton candy together.
- Dip each cheesecake ball into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally roll in the graham cracker and cotton candy mixture until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated cheesecake balls in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: The cheesecake filling can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
- 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: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 24 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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