Deviled Strawberries
A delightful twist on a classic treat, these Deviled Strawberries are filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 18–24 large strawberries
- 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 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prep your strawberries: Wash and gently dry, then slice a bit off the bottom to help them stand. Hollow out each strawberry with a small knife.
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice, and blend well.
- Whip the cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture gently using a spatula.
- Fill each hollowed strawberry with the cheesecake filling using a piping bag.
- Top with graham cracker crumbs.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh mint leaves or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent touch. These can be prepared ahead of time, but fill them no more than a few hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 strawberry
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: strawberries, cheesecake, dessert, summer, sweet treats