Description
Sweet strawberries meet creamy cheesecake in this irresistible dessert mashup that combines classic flavors with playful presentation. Guests will love the unexpected twist of these bite-sized treats that balance tangy and rich notes with elegant simplicity.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pint (454 grams) fresh strawberries
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Sweet Ingredients:
- ½ cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- Optional toppings: chocolate drizzle, crushed nuts, or sprinkles
Instructions
- Meticulously rinse and pat dry each strawberry, ensuring no moisture remains. Delicately remove the green leafy tops using a sharp paring knife, then carefully excavate a small cavity within each fruit, creating a perfect vessel for the delectable filling.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese until silky and uniform. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture transforms into a light, airy consistency that promises a luxurious texture.
- Select a piping bag fitted with an elegant star tip, or prepare a small spoon for precision. Artfully fill each strawberry’s hollowed center with the creamy cheesecake mixture, allowing a gentle overflow that creates an enticing visual appeal.
- Enhance the strawberries’ presentation by generously dusting graham cracker crumbs across the surface. For an indulgent touch, elegantly drizzle melted chocolate, or sprinkle crushed nuts and colorful garnishes that add both texture and visual intrigue.
- Arrange the adorned strawberries on a pristine serving platter. Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes, allowing the filling to set and the flavors to harmonize, ensuring a refreshingly cool and decadent treat that promises to delight the senses.
Notes
- Choose ripe, firm strawberries with no soft spots to ensure a perfect base for your dessert.
- Use a sharp paring knife or melon baller to carefully hollow out strawberries without breaking the delicate fruit.
- Drain excess moisture from strawberries to prevent soggy filling and maintain the crisp texture.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing that creates a velvety filling.
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding powdered sugar, tasting as you go to match your preference.
- Pipe filling gently to avoid tearing the strawberry’s thin skin while creating an elegant, decorative look.
- Customize toppings with gluten-free graham crackers or crushed nuts for dietary modifications.
- Prepare strawberries shortly before serving to keep them fresh and prevent early moisture buildup.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours to maintain optimal taste and texture.
- Create a low-sugar version by using sugar-free sweeteners and reduced-fat cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg