Creamy Cream Cheese Stuffed Strawberries
A quick and fresh summer treat featuring juicy strawberries filled with a smooth, lightly sweetened cream cheese mixture. Perfect for a simple dessert or snack that feels indulgent yet refreshing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, medium to large size, firm but ripe
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: chopped nuts (pistachios or almonds), fresh mint leaves, drizzle of honey or melted dark chocolate
Instructions
- Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly to prevent filling from sliding out.
- Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops and hollowing out the center, leaving about 1/4 inch of berry walls intact.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and slightly fluffy.
- Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag or ziplock bag with a small corner cut off.
- Pipe the filling into each hollowed strawberry, filling to the top without overflow.
- Optionally garnish with chopped nuts, a drizzle of honey, or a mint leaf.
- Chill the stuffed strawberries in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Fill strawberries just before serving to prevent sogginess. Use firm, ripe strawberries for best results. Softening cream cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes ensures a smooth filling. If cream cheese is stiff, add a teaspoon of milk or cream to smooth it out. Avoid freezing as it damages texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4-5 stuffed st
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: stuffed strawberries, cream cheese dessert, summer treat, easy dessert, fresh strawberries, no bake dessert