“In New Mexico, we love making these yummy fried pies for dessert. Because they just call for flour tortillas and canned pie filling, they’re a snap to put together when time is short.” —Terry Dominguez, Silver City, New Mexico
Cherry Pie Chimis
Cherry Pie Chimis
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling
- 6 flour tortillas (10 inches)
- Oil for deep-fat frying
- Confectioners' sugar
Directions
- Spoon pie filling down the center of each tortilla; fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Secure with toothpicks.
- In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry chimichangas, a few at a time, for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners’ sugar. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 686 calories, 32g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 429mg sodium, 87g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 7g fiber), 7g protein.
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