Heavenly Filled Strawberries

By clawson

Ingredients

• 3 dozen large fresh strawberries
• 2 packages (one 8 ounces, one 3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
• Grated chocolate, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Remove stems from strawberries; cut a deep "X" in the tip of each berry. Gently spread berries open.
In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and extract until light and fluffy. Pipe or spoon about 2 teaspoons into each berry; if desired, sprinkle with chocolate. Chill until serving. Yield: 3 dozen