Description
Cheesecake-Stuffed Strawberries are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a creamy cheesecake filling, perfect for refreshing your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) large fresh strawberries
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Wash and dry strawberries.
- Cut off the stems, then hollow out the centers using a small knife or melon baller.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
- Transfer mixture into a piping bag (or zip bag with the tip snipped off).
- Pipe cheesecake filling into each hollowed strawberry until nicely filled.
- If desired, dip the tops in graham cracker crumbs for a ‘cheesecake crust’ effect.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- You can also freeze them for a frosty summer treat!
Notes
- For best results, use large strawberries for easier filling.
- These can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Experiment with different toppings like chocolate shavings or nuts for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed strawberry
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg