Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Recipe
These Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are a delightful no-bake dessert combining fresh strawberries with a creamy homemade cheesecake filling, topped with crunchy graham cracker dust for a perfect bite-sized treat. Easy to prepare and chill, they are ideal for parties, gatherings, or a refreshing sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Strawberries
- 24 large strawberries
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Topping
- ¼ cup graham cracker dust
Instructions
- Hull the Strawberries: Cut off the green tops of the strawberries and use a small knife or spoon to carefully hull out about 1½ inches from the center, ensuring enough strawberry wall remains to hold the filling.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, use a stand mixer on medium to high speed to cream the softened cream cheese until fluffy. Add the heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and salt, then stir until combined.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Lower the mixer to low and gradually add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Once all the sugar is incorporated, increase the mixer speed to high and beat for a few minutes until the filling is smooth and fluffy.
- Fill the Strawberries: Transfer the cheesecake filling into a piping bag. Pipe the filling into each hulled strawberry until they are fully filled and slightly overflowing.
- Top with Graham Cracker Dust: Sprinkle a pinch of graham cracker dust on top of each filled strawberry. If you do not have graham cracker dust, pulse graham cracker sheets in a food processor until fine to create your own.
- Chill to Set: Place the filled strawberries in the refrigerator or freezer for about 20 minutes to allow the filling to firm up before serving chilled.
- Optional Garnish: Serve with fresh mint leaves for a light, refreshing flavor enhancement.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
- Do not hull the strawberries all the way through to the bottom to prevent leakage of filling.
- If you prefer a lighter filling, you can substitute half of the cream cheese with mascarpone cheese.
- These are best served within 24 hours of preparation for optimal freshness.
- To make graham cracker dust at home, pulse graham cracker sheets in a food processor until fine.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use vegan cream cheese and coconut cream.
