You Can Make Cheesecake Factory Avocado Egg Rolls in Your Air Fryer With This Copycat Recipe

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They're even better when you don't have to wait for an hour for a table.

a plate full of copycat cheesecake factory avocado egg rolls sliced at an angle, with one being dipped into a creamy green sauce.
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
5 2 egg rolls each
Yield:
10 egg rolls

You no longer have to wait an hour for a table at the Cheesecake Factory to get a satisfying plate full of crispy avocado egg rolls with sweet and tangy tamarind-cashew dipping sauce because we figured out how to make them at home. And better yet? There's no need to deep-fry. We made this recipe air-fryer friendly so it's quick and easy.

Copycat Cheesecake Factory Avocado Egg Roll Ingredient Tips

  • Tamarind puree: Made from the sweet and sour fruit from trees native to Asia and Africa, tamarind puree is a sticky mixture commonly used in glazes and sauces. You can find it with other Asian or Middle Eastern ingredients in well-stocked grocery stores, or you can order it online. Tamarind paste or concentrate also work here.
  • Egg roll wrappers: You can find the square egg roll wrappers you need for this recipe in the refrigerated section of the store near the tofu. If you end up with more wrappers than you use here, cut the remaining wrappers into strips and air fryer them for a crunchy salad topper. Or better yet: make a double batch of these egg rolls and freeze half to air fry another time

Editorial contributions by Devon O'Brien

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 5 2 egg rolls each servings

  • 1/2 cup raw cashews

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 3 tbsp honey

  • 2 tbsp thinly sliced scallions

  • 3 medium garlic cloves, crushed

  • 1 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tsp tamarind purée

  • 2 tsp tamari

  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric

  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided

  • 1/4 cup tap water, divided

  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, divided (from 2 medium limes)

  • 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt, divided

  • 3 small avocados, diced (about 3 cups)

  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion

  • 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped

  • 10 7-inch square egg roll wrappers

  • Cooking spray

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    all ingredients to make avocado egg rolls gathered on a marble counter top.

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  2. Process cashews, olive oil, honey, scallions, garlic, vinegar, tamarind purée, tamari, turmeric, 2/3 cup of the cilantro, 2 tablespoons of the water, 2 tablespoons of the lime juice, and 3/4 teaspoon of the salt in a blender until smooth and cashews are finely chopped, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a medium bowl, cover and refrigerate until ready to use. 

    cashews, olive oil, honey, scallions, garlic, vinegar, tamarind purée, tamari, turmeric, cilantro, water, lime juice, and salt blended until smooth

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  3. Stir together avocados, red onion, sun-dried tomatoes, the remaining 1/3 cup cilantro, the remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl until fully combined. 

    avocados, red onion, sun-dried tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and salt mixed in a bowl until combined.

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  4. Place the remaining 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl next to a clean work surface. Place one egg roll wrapper on the work surface with a corner facing you. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the avocado mixture horizontally across the center of wrapper, leaving 2-inches uncovered toward the side corners. 

    avocado filling placed in the middle of an egg roll wrapper.

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  5. Dip your finger in water and dab over all outer edges of the egg roll wrapper. Fold the corner closest to you up and over about 1/2-inch over the avocado mixture; press lightly to adhere. Then fold the side corners over the filling to create an envelope shape. Roll up to form an egg roll shape, pressing the last corner to the outside of the egg roll to adhere. Place the egg roll on a baking sheet or large plate and repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

    sides of egg roll wrapper tucked over folded corner.

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  6. Preheat air fryer to 390°F according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 12 minutes. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Working in batches if needed, place the egg rolls in the basket and generously coat with cooking spray. Cook in the air fryer, turning twice during the cooking process, until deeply golden brown and crispy, about 12 minutes. 

    golden-brown avocado egg rolls in the bowl of an air fryer

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  7. Transfer the rolls to a serving plate or platter, and serve immediately with the reserved tamarind-cashew dipping sauce.

    avocado egg rolls sliced diagonally and placed around a cream green dipping sauce.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

964 Calories
63g Fat
87g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 964
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 63g 80%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 1356mg 59%
Total Carbohydrate 87g 32%
Dietary Fiber 17g 61%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin C 29mg 32%
Calcium 118mg 9%
Iron 5mg 29%
Potassium 1374mg 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.