Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs
Indulge your sweet tooth with Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs, a whimsical dessert that brings fun and flavor to any occasion. These delightful treats feature a crispy exterior that gives way to a creamy cheesecake filling infused with the playful sweetness of cotton candy. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a cozy night in, these cheesecake bombs are sure to impress everyone with their unique taste and texture. Easy to prepare, even for novice bakers, this recipe combines simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making it an exciting addition to your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cream cheese
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed cotton candy
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- Cotton candy-flavored candy melts (for coating)
- Oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and crushed cotton candy until smooth. Chill for 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add eggs to form a dough.
- Shape the dough around spoonfuls of chilled cheesecake filling and seal well.
- Freeze assembled bombs for about 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the bombs in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Dip warm bombs in melted cotton candy candy melts and sprinkle with additional crushed cotton candy before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg