Picture this: a sunny afternoon, a bowl of fresh strawberries, and the lingering taste of creamy cheesecake. These cheesecake stuffed strawberries are like tiny bites of joy, perfect for when you want something indulgent yet light. I stumbled upon them during a summer picnic, and they’ve been a favorite ever since—simple, quick, and utterly delightful.
Steps
- Prepare all necessary ingredients, including softened cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, fresh strawberries, and crushed graham crackers.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. Transfer this mixture into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with a small corner cut off.
- Carefully fill the hollowed-out strawberries with the cream cheese mixture using the bag. Once filled, dip the exposed cream cheese side of the strawberries into the crushed graham crackers to ensure an even coating.
- Optionally, melt about half a cup of white or dark chocolate chips using a double boiler and drizzle over the stuffed strawberries for an elegant touch. Enjoy your delightful creation!
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and cored
- 3 graham crackers, crushed
Nutritional Values
Total Calories: 1260 | Total Fat: 80g | Saturated Fat: 40g | Cholesterol: 220mg | Sodium: 880mg | Total Carbohydrate: 120g | Dietary Fiber: 0g | Total Sugars: 80g | Protein: 20g | Vitamin C: 200mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 0mg | Potassium: 880mg
FAQ
- How do I prepare the strawberries for stuffing?
- To prepare the strawberries, hull and core them to create a cavity for the cheesecake filling.
- Can I use something other than graham crackers for the topping?
- Yes, you can substitute graham crackers with other toppings like crushed biscuits, cake crumble, or even shaved chocolate for a different texture and flavor.
- What if my strawberries are not sweet enough?
- If your strawberries are a bit tart, consider adding a little extra confectioners’ sugar to the cream cheese mixture to enhance the sweetness.
- How can I make these strawberries look more impressive?
- For a more visually appealing presentation, melt some chocolate chips and drizzle over the stuffed strawberries before serving.
- Is it possible to make this recipe in advance?
- While it’s best to serve them fresh, you can prepare the cheesecake mixture in advance and fill the strawberries shortly before serving to maintain their texture and flavor.
Tips
- For an elegant touch, melt 1/2 cup of white or dark chocolate and drizzle over the stuffed strawberries.
- If your strawberries are on the tart side, consider adding extra confectioners’ sugar to the cream cheese mixture for added sweetness.
- For a twist, try using strawberry cake crumble or another cookie type instead of graham crackers for the topping.
- To make the filling creamier, incorporate 1/4 cup of whipping cream into the cream cheese mixture.
Equipment
- Stuffed Strawberries recipe that you might need to purchase:
- Piping Bag or Piping Set – If you don’t already have one, a piping bag or a set of piping tips could be useful for filling the strawberries with the cream cheese mixture.
- Double Boiler – Optional, but useful if you plan to melt chocolate for drizzling as suggested in the recipe tip. If you don’t have one, you might consider a heatproof bowl that fits over a saucepan as a makeshift double boiler.
