Easy Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries
Easy Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are a no-bake, bite-sized treat with creamy filling and fresh fruit—perfect for parties, picnics, or sweet cravings.
Ingredients
For the Strawberries:
- 1 lb large strawberries look for uniform, ripe strawberries
- Optional: extra strawberries for strawberry sauce or garnish
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened (Philadelphia or your favorite brand)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream for added tang and creaminess
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream cold
- Optional: zest of 1 lemon for brightness
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs or crushed graham crackers
- Optional: drizzle of melted chocolate
- Optional: whipped cream for extra flair
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries
- Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly.
- Use a paring knife or small melon baller to remove the stems.
- Carefully scoop out a small well in the center of each strawberry, about ½-inch deep. This is where the filling will go.
- If your strawberries don’t sit flat, slice a thin layer off the bottom to stabilize them.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy. Don’t overmix.
- Pro Tip: For the best taste and texture, make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
Step 3: Fill the Strawberries
- Transfer the cream cheese filling into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Pipe the cheesecake filling into the center of each strawberry, letting it slightly overflow for that “deviled” look.
- You can also use a small spoon to fill the strawberries if you don’t have a piping bag.
Step 4: Add Toppings
- Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs for that classic cheesecake crust feel.
- For extra sweetness, add a drizzle of melted chocolate or whipped cream dollop on top.
- Add a mint leaf or tiny strawberry slice for garnish if serving at an event.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
(Based on 1 filled strawberry half; may vary depending on ingredients used)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 45mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Calcium: 30mg
- Iron: 0.2mg
