Description
These delightful Sweetheart Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are a perfect blend of fresh fruit and creamy cheesecake. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser, they’re an elegant dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large, firm strawberries (about 12–18 berries)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, cold (optional, for lighter filling)
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (or crushed shortbread/vanilla wafers)
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Strawberries: Wash and thoroughly dry strawberries. Hull them and carefully create a cavity in the center of each, making sure not to cut through the bottom. Place cut-side down on paper towels to drain.
- Whip the Filling: In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and lump-free.
- Fold in Cream (Optional): In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
- Fill the Strawberries: Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag fitted with a star tip (or use a spoon). Pipe or spoon the filling into the cavity of each strawberry.
- Garnish and Chill: Gently roll the filled strawberries in graham cracker crumbs (and optional lemon zest). Arrange on a platter and chill for at least 30-60 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins