Description
These Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion. Fresh strawberries are hollowed out and filled with a creamy cheesecake-flavored filling made from whipped cream, cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar, then topped with crunchy graham cracker crumbs. Ready in just 15 minutes, they offer a light, refreshing treat that looks as delightful as it tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 18-24 large strawberries
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2/3 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Topping
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Cut off the stems, slice the strawberries in half, and create a small indent in each half for filling.
- Make the Whipped Cream: Beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring the cream is cold for best results.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine the Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula to maintain the light and airy texture.
- Fill the Strawberries: Transfer the cheesecake filling into a piping bag and carefully pipe it into the indent of each strawberry half.
- Garnish: Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top of the filled strawberries to add a delightful crunch and cheesecake flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries on a serving platter and enjoy immediately or chill for a few minutes before serving for a firmer texture.
Notes
- Use cold heavy cream for easier whipping to stiff peaks.
- Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Optional lemon juice adds a slight tang balancing the sweetness; omit if preferred.
- These strawberries are best served fresh; prepare shortly before serving for optimal texture.
- Leftovers should be refrigerated and are best consumed within 1-2 days.
