Description
📄 Description
Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are a quick, no-bake dessert combining juicy strawberries with a creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for parties, brunches, or guilt-free snacking, this 5-step recipe is visually stunning, easy to make, and customizable for various dietary needs.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 lb fresh strawberries (large, ripe, and firm)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
Optional Add-Ins:
1 tsp lemon zest (for brightness)
Mini chocolate chips or dark chocolate shavings
Honey or maple syrup drizzle
Fresh mint leaves (garnish)
💡 Substitution Ideas:
Use low-fat or vegan cream cheese for a lighter option.
Swap graham cracker crumbs with crushed almonds for a gluten-free crunch.
Use monk fruit sweetener for a sugar-free variation.
Instructions
🍽️ Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries
Wash strawberries and pat dry.
Slice off the green tops and create a flat base.
Use a small knife or melon baller to hollow out each berry.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Mix until creamy and well-blended.
Optional: Fold in lemon zest for extra flavor.
Step 3: Fill the Strawberries
Spoon filling into a piping bag (or zip-top bag with the tip cut).
Pipe the cheesecake filling into each strawberry cavity with a swirl.
Step 4: Add the Crunch
Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top of the filled strawberries.
You can also use crushed nuts or flaxseed for variation.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Garnish with mint, chocolate chips, or drizzle with honey.
Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes for a firmer bite.
Notes
📝 Notes
Best Served Fresh: These are ideal when made shortly before serving.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container lined with paper towels. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Make-Ahead Tip: Prep strawberries and filling separately. Assemble just before serving.
Freezing Not Recommended: The texture of strawberries doesn’t hold up well when frozen.
💡 Pro Tip: Want a protein boost? Mix a scoop of vanilla protein powder into the filling for a functional treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 10–15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No baking required)
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, Hand-filled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: ~90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: ~60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: ~15mg