Description
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are a delightful and elegant no-bake dessert featuring fresh strawberries filled with a smooth and creamy cheesecake mixture. Topped with optional crushed graham crackers for a slight crunch, this easy-to-make treat requires minimal prep time and no cooking, making it perfect for parties, gatherings, or a simple indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, large and firm
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping (Optional)
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Prep the Strawberries: Rinse the strawberries thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel. Carefully slice off the green stems to create a flat base so they can stand upright. Using a small knife or strawberry huller, gently scoop out the center of each berry to create a hollow pocket.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth, fluffy, and slightly firm, resembling traditional cheesecake filling.
- Fill the Strawberries: Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the cheesecake filling into the hollowed-out center of each strawberry, slightly overfilling so the swirls rise beautifully above the berry tops.
- Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle crushed graham cracker crumbs over the tops of the filled strawberries. They can be served immediately, but for best texture and flavor, refrigerate for about 15 to 30 minutes to allow the filling to firm up and the flavors to intensify.
Notes
- Ensure the strawberries are large and firm to hold the filling well without collapsing.
- Chilling the stuffed strawberries enhances the texture and flavor.
- You can substitute graham crackers with crushed nuts or cookie crumbs as a topping for variety.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest filling.
- For a sweeter touch, dust with additional powdered sugar before serving if desired.
