Description
These Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines fresh strawberries with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with crunchy graham cracker crumbs. Perfect for parties, brunch, or a sweet snack, they come together in just 10 minutes and yield 20 bite-sized treats.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (1 package)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream
Strawberries
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, stems and cores removed
Topping
- 3 graham crackers, crushed
Instructions
- Prep strawberries. Rinse the strawberries and gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Twist off the stems, then core each strawberry using a Wilton 1A tip or a paring knife by inserting it into the top of the berry, twisting, and pulling out the center to create a hollow space for the filling.
- Make cheesecake filling. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Continue mixing until the filling is well combined and creamy. Add more heavy cream if a softer consistency is desired.
- Prepare piping bag. Spoon the cheesecake filling into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag. Snip a small corner off the bag to create an opening for filling the strawberries.
- Fill strawberries. Carefully pipe the cheesecake mixture into the hollowed strawberries until they are filled.
- Add topping. Dip the tops of the filled strawberries into the crushed graham crackers to add a crunchy and sweet topping.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk for a lighter filling, though texture may vary slightly.
- Make sure strawberries are completely dry before filling to prevent the filling from becoming watery.
- For best flavor, chill the stuffed strawberries for 15-30 minutes before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- If you do not have a piping bag, use a small spoon to carefully fill strawberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
