A few years back, I attended a potluck that required everyone to bring dessert, but of the “finger food” variety. Your input is a bit too descriptive. I just need everything in the text to remain the same except for the style of one input or word. At first, I was skeptical—egg rolls as a dessert? Upon eating it, I noticed how warm, creamy and filled with blueberry it was.
The crispy exterior and creamy interior with a zesty kick were simply delicious. After I returned home, I gave making it a shot which turned out to be a great decision. After a few tries, I was able to bake this dish to crispy deliciousness without frying at all! I love making these egg rolls with blueberry cream cheese to serve for brunches or gatherings when I want something sweet or whenever I want something easy.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. You’ll get it all with the rich, creamy cheese filling mixed with tart blueberries along with a crispy shell. If you bake them instead of frying them you give them crunchiness, but lighter. It only takes a few minutes on the stovetop to prepare the blueberry filling, and you can also prepare it beforehand. You can sprinkle them with icing sugar or dunk them in a vanilla glaze. Chocolate or the traditional flavour you love is now available in a convenient handheld treat.
Ingredients:
- Makes 8 egg rolls.
- 1 cup fresh blueberries.
- ¼ cup granulated sugar.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- 8 egg roll wrappers.
- A beaten egg and powdered sugar will do for the egg wash.
Equipment Needed:
Directions:
Get your oven ready – preheat your oven to 375F/190C and line with parchment paper.
In a small pot, add blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice; set over medium heat and cook to thicken. Keep heating the mixture and stir it continuously for about 5 minutes until it thickens up and the blueberries start to burst. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
In a medium bowl combine cream cheese and vanilla extract for a creamy smooth mixture.
To make the egg rolls, take an egg roll wrapper and place that over a clean flat work surface in a diamond. Place some of the blueberry mixture on top followed by a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the centre.
Grab the bottom corner of the wrapper and fold it over the filling. Then fold in the two sides to seal it. Roll it up nicely and seal the edges with some beaten egg. Repeat for the remaining wrappers.
Place the egg rolls onto the greased baking sheet so that they are not touching each other. Add more egg wash to the tops for a pretty gold color. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown.
When they cool a bit, sprinkle on powdered sugar to serve. Enjoy them warm for the best texture and flavor!
Variations & Tips:
Sure! Swap out blueberries for other berries-asterisk: raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries.
Add some chocolate chips into the cheese mixture and enjoy a treat that combines berries and chocolate.
You can also swap out the fruit and use a cinnamon and sugar mixture in the cream cheese. But this will add a simple yet delicious filling!
If you’re really strapped for time, feel free to use store-bought blueberry pie filling to save you some time.
For more crispness, air-fry the pie at 375°F for 10-12 minutes. Flip-over at halfway through.
Serving Suggestions:
These egg rolls are great by themselves (without a dipping sauce), but you can certainly serve them with one if you wish to take it to the next level. You can give them a richer flavor by serving them with a drizzle of warm vanilla glaze, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream. If you’d like, you can also dip them in melted white chocolate or caramel.
You should definitely have these with a steaming cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk!
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh?
Yes! Just put frozen blueberries in the saucepan without thawing them. You may need to cook them longer so the moisture evaporates.
2. How do I store leftover egg rolls?
Just keep the leftover in an airtight container and put it in the refrigerator. To heat up, bake at 350°F for about 5 minutes or heat through.
3. Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble and leave unbaked in the fridge for hours before baking. You can make the egg rolls ahead of time. If you’re putting them in the freezer, you bake first then when ready, reheat in oven
4. What can I use instead of egg roll wrappers?
If you can’t find egg roll wrappers, you can use phyllo dough or even puff pastry. Just remember that the texture will be a bit different.
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