Description
Deep Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Pies are the ultimate sweet indulgence—crispy fried pockets filled with creamy cheesecake and juicy strawberries. This easy dessert recipe is perfect for parties, holidays, or when you’re craving that nostalgic fair food flavor at home. Made with pie dough, cream cheese, and strawberries, it’s a must-try for any cheesecake lover.
Ingredients
1 cup strawberries, chopped
4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 package pie dough, store-bought or homemade
1 egg, beaten
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Chop strawberries into small pieces and pat dry if overly juicy.
3. Roll out pie dough and cut into 4-inch circles.
4. Spoon cheesecake mixture and strawberries into center of each circle.
5. Brush edges with beaten egg and fold dough over to form half-moons.
6. Press edges with a fork to seal.
7. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.
8. Fry pies for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
9. Remove and drain on paper towels.
10. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
These are best served immediately while warm.
If using frozen strawberries, thaw and drain before using.
To reheat, use oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg