Description
Mini Cheesecake-Stuffed Strawberries are a delightful and easy-to-make no-bake dessert featuring fresh strawberries filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture and topped with crunchy graham cracker crumbs. Perfect for parties or a quick treat, these bite-sized delights combine the juicy sweetness of strawberries with the rich, smooth texture of cheesecake filling.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (about 20-25 medium-sized)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
Topping
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse the strawberries thoroughly and remove the tops. Using a small paring knife, carefully hollow out the center of each strawberry to create a small well for the cheesecake filling. Set the prepared strawberries aside.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and lemon juice (if using). Continue beating until the mixture is fully combined and has a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Stuff the Strawberries: Spoon the cheesecake filling into a piping bag or a plastic sandwich bag with the tip cut off. Pipe the cheesecake mixture carefully into the hollowed-out strawberries, filling each one generously but without overflowing.
- Add the Topping: Once all the strawberries are filled, sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top of each strawberry to add a crunchy texture and finish.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the mini cheesecake-stuffed strawberries immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate them for up to 2 hours to allow the filling to firm up slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm strawberries for the best results.
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of powdered sugar in the filling.
- For a tangier flavor, lemon juice is optional but adds a nice brightness.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly and consume within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
