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Creamy Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

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Creamy Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are a quick, no-bake dessert featuring juicy strawberries filled with silky cheesecake cream. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet snack, these bite-sized treats are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (16 oz) fresh strawberries, large and ripe
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs (optional, for topping)
  • Chocolate chips or melted chocolate, for drizzling (optional)
  • Finely chopped nuts, such as pistachios or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and gently dry the strawberries. Slice off the stem end and hollow out the center with a small spoon or melon baller to create a cavity about 1/2 inch deep.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Beat until creamy and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust sugar or lemon zest as needed.
  3. Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped. Pipe the filling into each strawberry cavity, swirling a little on top. Alternatively, spoon the filling in.
  4. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the stuffed strawberries for crunch. Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with nuts if desired.
  5. Chill the stuffed strawberries in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set the filling (optional).
  6. Arrange the finished strawberries on a plate or platter. Garnish with extra lemon zest, mint leaves, or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Serve cold.

Notes

Taste the filling before stuffing to adjust sweetness or tang. For gluten-free, skip graham cracker crumbs or use GF cookies. Chill filling if runny before piping. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and coconut yogurt. Berries can be prepped ahead and filled up to 24 hours in advance. Freeze for an ice cream-like treat.

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