Description
Deviled Strawberries (Made with a Cheesecake Filling) are the perfect blend of elegance and indulgence, making them an instant hit at any gathering. These delightful treats feature fresh strawberries filled with a luscious cream cheese filling that captures the essence of strawberry cheesecake. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also offer a healthier alternative to traditional desserts, allowing you to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. They serve beautifully as both appetizers and desserts, making them incredibly versatile for parties, birthdays, and festive occasions. With a stunning presentation and crowd-pleasing flavor, deviled strawberries will undoubtedly be the star of your table.
Ingredients
- 18–24 large strawberries
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2/3 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prep the strawberries by cutting off stems and slicing each in half. Trim a sliver from the back to make them stand upright.
- Hollow out each half using a small melon baller.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional lemon juice until smooth.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Fill a piping bag with the cheesecake mixture and pipe generously into each strawberry half.
- Top with graham cracker crumbs and arrange on a platter for serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 26mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg