Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

By carmen-2

Ingredients

• 1 lb. fresh strawberries, rinsed and pat dry
• 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Graham cracker crumbs, optional

Details

Servings 16
Adapted from thecomfortofcooking.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions:

With a paring knife, cut off the strawberry stems. Cut around the inside of the strawberry, hollowing out slightly and creating a well for the cheesecake. (You can also do this with a small melon baller). Cut off a small portion of the pointy strawberry tip, so that each strawberry can stand. Place each on a large baking sheet.

In a medium bowl, with a standing or handheld electric mixer, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy, about 2 minutes on medium speed. Place mixture in a pastry bag and pipe into each strawberry, adding a little extra to the top. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Optionally, sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top of each stuffed strawberry.

Enjoy!

TIP: Don’t make more than 5 hours in advance, or your strawberries will sweat and may become a bit soggy.