Strawberry Chimichangas

Ingredients

 

8 oz (225g) fresh strawberries

 

4 oz (115g) cream cheese

 

2 tbsp granulated sugar

 

4 large flour tortillas (8-inch)

 

½ tsp ground cinnamon

 

4 tbsp unsalted butter

 

Powdered sugar for dusting

 

Step by Step Instructions

 

Wash, hull, and dice strawberries

 

Combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in bowl

 

Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over tortillas

 

Distribute diced strawberries over cream cheese layer

 

Fold tortilla sides inward, then roll tightly from bottom

 

Melt butter in skillet over medium heat

 

Place chimichangas seam-side down in skillet

 

Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown

 

Transfer to paper towels to drain excess butter

 

Dust with powdered sugar before serving

 

FAQ

 

 

 

Can I use frozen strawberries?

 

Frozen strawberries release excess liquid during cooking, affecting texture.

 

 

 

Can I bake instead of pan-fry?

 

Baking at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes yields different texture results.

 

 

 

 

 

How to prevent filling leakage?

 

Avoid overfilling and ensure tight rolling with seam-side down first.

 

 

 

You Must Know

 

Excess fruit moisture causes sogginess – pat strawberries dry

 

Butter temperature affects browning (too hot burns tortillas)

 

Fresh tortillas fold without cracking

 

Cream cheese must be softened for even spreading

 

Storage Tips

 

Best served immediately after cooking

 

Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for 2 days

 

Reheat in 350°F (175°C) oven for 8-10 minutes

 

Do not freeze – tortillas become soggy when thawed

 

Add powdered sugar after reheating

 

Enjoy!

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