Looking for a quick, healthy, and surprisingly flavorful treat? Let me introduce you to BEST Deviled Strawberries. It’s the perfect recipe when you’re short on time but still want to impress. Imagine biting into a juicy strawberry with a secret burst of tangy richness. As a busy parent, this has been my go-to for effortless elegance that everyone loves!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, my grandmother always had a little “something special” tucked away for dessert – usually something that was secretly healthy disguised by a touch of indulgence. These strawberries remind me of those moments. She’d always use the ripest berries from her garden and somehow elevate them. BEST Deviled Strawberries, in her spirit, do just that – a nod to the sweet, simple joys of life and family gatherings and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh, ripe strawberries
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional toppings: cacao nibs, chopped pistachios, shredded coconut
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Wash and dry the strawberries.
- Cut a small portion off the top of each strawberry (stem end only).
- Using small spoon or melon baller, carefully scoop out a small well in each strawberry.
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Fill each strawberry cavity with the cream cheese mixture.
- If desired, sprinkle with cacao nibs, chopped pistachios, or shredded coconut.
- Serve immediately, or chill for later enjoyment.
BEST Deviled Strawberries
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Wash and dry the strawberries.1 pound fresh, ripe strawberries
- Cut a small portion off the top of each strawberry (stem end only).1 pound fresh, ripe strawberries
- Using small spoon or melon baller, carefully scoop out a small well in each strawberry.1 pound fresh, ripe strawberries
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.4 ounces cream cheese, 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup), 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, Pinch sea salt
- Fill each strawberry cavity with the cream cheese mixture.1 pound fresh, ripe strawberries, 4 ounces cream cheese
- If desired, sprinkle with cacao nibs, chopped pistachios, or shredded coconut.cacao nibs, chopped pistachios, shredded coconut
- Serve immediately, or chill for later enjoyment.