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Deviled Strawberries with Cheesecake Filling Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 18-24 deviled strawberry halves 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deviled Strawberries are a delightful and easy-to-make party appetizer or dessert featuring fresh strawberries filled with a creamy, cheesecake-inspired filling. This recipe combines whipped cream, cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of lemon and vanilla for a luscious treat that looks as good as it tastes. Perfect for potlucks, birthdays, and festive gatherings, these finger foods are sure to impress guests with their rich flavor and charming presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

Strawberries

  • 18–24 large strawberries

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 (8 ounce) package of 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

  1. Prep the strawberries: Wash and dry the strawberries, then cut off the stems and slice each berry in half. Cut a small sliver off the back of each half to allow them to sit upright. Using a small melon baller or spoon, carefully hollow out a small indent in the center of each strawberry half to hold the filling without it sliding off.
  2. Whip the cream: In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, which should take about 5 minutes. This creates a light and airy base for the filling.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
  4. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, being careful to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
  5. Fill the strawberries: Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the filling neatly onto each hollowed-out strawberry half, filling the cavity generously.
  6. Add the finishing touch: Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the filled strawberries to add texture and a subtle crunch that complements the creamy filling.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Arrange the deviled strawberries on a serving platter and serve immediately, or refrigerate briefly before serving to keep them fresh and chilled.

Notes

  • For a low-carb version, substitute the sugar with a low-carb sweetener and omit the graham cracker crumbs.
  • The quantity of strawberries needed depends on their size; medium-sized berries tend to leave some leftover filling, which is delicious to enjoy on its own.
  • The cream cheese mixture can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator; it will maintain perfect consistency when chilled.
  • You can prep and slice the strawberries a day ahead—store them in an airtight container with a paper towel to prevent sogginess and avoid refrigerator odors.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/deviled-strawberries-with-cheesecake-filling-recipe/