Here’s a Homemade Crispy Fried Cheesecake Recipe That’s Easy to Make

Is there any leftover cheesecake in your fridge? Turn it into fried cheesecake bites that make the perfect little snack.

Crispy, creamy, and super filling, we’ll also share two recipes for dipping sauces that will elevate your cheesecake experience.

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Follow This Recipe for Success

This recipe works for both plain and flavored cheesecakes. Rest assured that your family or guests will be impressed! Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 cheesecake slices, chilled and cut into 1-inch squares
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil
  • Powdered sugar
  • Optional: Dipping sauce of your choice

Directions

  • Start by rolling each cheesecake piece in flour, beaten eggs, and the breadcrumbs. Gently press the breadcrumbs so the bites can be well coated.
  • Place the bites on a baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes.
  • Heat around 2 inches of oil until it reaches 350°F.
  • Then, in batches of 3 or 4, fry the frozen cheesecake bites in the oil until golden brown. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and fry the next batch.
  • Dust some powdered sugar on top and serve while hot.

Salted Caramel Sauce

Of course, you can have the fried cheesecake bites on their own, but a dipping sauce makes everything so much better! Here is the first.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ tsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 Tbs. unsalted butter
  • ½ tsp. vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp. coarse sea salt

Directions

  • Mix brown sugar, cream, and lemon juice.
  • Add butter and microwave everything for 2 minutes.
  • Remove and whisk until smooth in texture.
  • Return to microwave for a further 90 seconds to two minutes.
  • Whisk again, and add vanilla and sea salt.
  • Let it sit until it thickens, and serve or pour over the fried cheesecake bites. It’s insanely good.

Spiced Chocolate Sauce

And our final recipe is a real scorcher. Check out this spicy chocolate sauce.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup water
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup agave nectar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp. cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp. ancho chili powder

Directions

  • Simmer the unsweetened cocoa powder, water, sugar, and agave nectar over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Don’t forget to whisk often.
  • Once you get a thicker texture, remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ancho chili powder. Voilá!