Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas: A Quick, Easy, and Scrumptious Dessert Delight

Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas are a healthier version of deep-fried burritos or taquitos. You won’t even suspect these chimichangas have been prepared in your air fryer instead of fried.

There’s something utterly irresistible about a dessert that’s both easy to make and sinfully delicious.

Enter the world of Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas, a dessert that’s not just a treat for your taste buds but also a spectacle for your eyes.

Imagine the golden-brown crispness of the tortilla, the sweet, creamy filling, and the delightful aroma of strawberries and vanilla. Yes, that’s what culinary dreams are made of!

This recipe is very simple, with just a couple of steps and a little bit of prep time.

 These delicious Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas will be the favorite dessert that you make in your air fryer.

This dish starts with a warm tortilla and fresh strawberries, then is filled with sweet strawberry cheesecake filling.

The chimichanga is then rolled in brown sugar and placed in the air fryer for a few minutes to crisp up.

These go great topped with whipped cream or ice cream.

Why You’ll Love These Strawberry Chimichangas

• The ingredients are simple to come by.
• Ideal for a family bonding activity that is both creative and fun.
• A fun way to have an appetizer, snack, or even dessert.
• It can be served for various occasions. 
• The ingredients are easy to find.
• The recipe is easy to follow.

You’re gonna love these warm and super delicious chimichangas for your next family dinner or party.

Make your next party a hit with these amazing Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas!

Perfectly cooked in a matter of minutes.

You’ll find the specific ingredient amounts and detailed instructions in the printable recipe at the bottom of this post.

Equipment Needed to Make Strawberry Chimichangas

• Air Fryer
• Mixing Bowl
• Toothpicks

Ingredients For Your Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas

• Burrito Sized Tortilla
• Whipped Cream Cheese
• Vanilla Extract 
• Sliced Strawberries 
• Greek Yogurt 
• Brown Sugar
• Melted Butter

How To Make Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas

Step 1: Mix It All

Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees.

In a mixing bowl, combine sliced strawberries, whipped cream cheese, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt. 

Step 2: Lather and Roll 

Divide the strawberry mixture between the 6 tortillas and place it in the center of each tortilla.

Roll up the tortillas using the toothpicks to hold them together. 

Step 3: Air Fry, Serve and Enjoy

Lightly coat with melted butter and place in the air fryer.

Air fry for 5 minutes or until the tortillas have turned golden brown.

Remove the toothpicks. Roll each of the chimichangas in brown sugar.

Serve and enjoy. 

What to Serve with Your Strawberry Chimichangas

Sides

These Strawberry Chimichangas are a perfect appetizer or snack.

It is easy to prepare, which makes it ideal for serving on any occasion. 

Desserts

Strawberry Chimichangas can be the perfect dessert to serve on any occasion.

Cocktails

This recipe is a popular option to go well with any cocktail. 

Popular Substitutions & Additions

These strawberry chimichangas are the perfect treat to whip up when you have extra time. 

They’re the perfect dessert or snack.

Here are some helpful tips:

• Don’t stuff the tortillas too much. Overstuffed tortillas will spray all over your air fryer; less is more in this case.
• When you put the chimichangas in the air fryer basket, spray them with cooking spray.
• Roll the tortillas slowly and carefully – you want them as tightly rolled as possible without any filling escaping.

Also, we kept it simple for this recipe post, but you can totally jazz it up if you’re making this dessert for a special occasion!

Here are a few of our favorites:

• Drizzle with chocolate syrup to finish.
• Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
• Serve with extra sliced strawberries on top.
• Replace the brown sugar with cinnamon sugar.

How To Store Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas

Best Way To Store Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas Leftover

Store them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly with plastic wrap. 

How Long Will Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas Last In the Fridge?

These Strawberry Chimichangas can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days.

Can I Freeze Strawberry Chimichangas

It is not recommended to freeze Air Fryer Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas because the cheesecake filling will absorb moisture during the freezing process and become runny.

If you want to freeze them, do so after they’ve cooled from the air fryer and without rolling them in cinnamon and sugar.

Can I Reheat Air Fryer Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas

Preheat the air fryer to 350°F. Cook for 5 minutes and check to see if they are done, if not, cook for another minute.

Strawberry Chimichangas FAQs

Can you prepare them in advance?

Yes. It is best to serve this right away, but if you make it ahead of time, make the recipe completely and store it in the fridge for up to three days.

To crisp them up again, air fry them for a minute and then roll them in brown sugar once more.

Can I bake them in the oven?

Yes, these can be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Before baking, brush with oil and sprinkle with sugar.

If you don’t have an air fryer and don’t want to deal with deep frying, baking will give you the crisp you want.

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes, for this recipe, if fresh hulled and sliced strawberries are not available, frozen is your only option, thaw completely before using.

Do I need to keep tortillas at room temperature?

Yes. To avoid cracking when rolling, keep tortillas at room temperature or warm.

Is there any way to stick up the sugar?

Yes. If the brown sugar isn’t sticking to the tortillas, spray with oil or brush lightly with melted butter or coconut oil while they’re still warm.

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Warm tortilla with a creamy strawberry cheesecake filling, crisped in the air fryer and rolled in brown sugar.

A lovely presentation without the hassle of having to make everything from scratch!

This recipe is very simple, with only a few steps and a little prep time.

These delectable Air Fryer Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas will quickly become your favorite air fryer dessert.

This dish begins with a warm tortilla and fresh strawberries, which are then stuffed with a sweet strawberry cheesecake filling.

The chimichanga is then rolled in brown sugar and crisped in the air fryer for a few minutes.

These are delicious when topped with whipped cream or ice cream.

For your next family dinner or party, serve these warm and delicious chimichangas.

These amazing Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas will be a hit at your next party!

In a matter of minutes, it was perfectly cooked.

Aside from Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas, you may try these fun and exciting recipes below:

• Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes
• Valentine’s Day No-Bake Cheesecake

WHAT’S NEXT?

Do not forget to come back and let me know your thoughts and experience on how your Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas turned out!

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Air Fryer Strawberry Chimichangas Recipe