GOAT CHEESE EGG ROLLS

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This was an original idea I had for some fusion food. Typically, egg rolls are not for dessert -- but why not? This is an interesting and delicious combination. These can be a lot of fun. You could also omit the powdered sugar at the end, and serve with a raspberry vinaigrette with a pinch of soy sauce added, as an appetizer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 egg rolls (1/4 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup pitted dates, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 log (8 ounces) fresh goat cheese
8 egg roll wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying
1/4 cup raspberry vinaigrette
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

Steps:

In a small shallow bowl, combine the walnuts, dates, cardamom and cinnamon. Cut cheese into eight pieces; shape each piece into a 3-in. log. Roll in walnut mixture., Place one cheese log in the center of one egg roll wrapper. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Fold bottom corner over filling. Fold sides toward center over filling. Moisten remaining corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry egg rolls, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning often. Drain on paper towels., Combine vinaigrette and soy sauce; serve with egg rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.