Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries

Craving something sweet but don't want to derail your healthy eating plan? Enter Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries! These little delights are quick to whip up, bursting with fresh flavor, and offer a guilt-free indulgence. I first tried something similar at a friend's barbecue, and I was instantly hooked. I knew I had to recreate a version that fit my busy lifestyle and healthier eating habits. Believe me, these will become your new go-to treat!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

My grandma used to make the most incredible cheesecake. Every holiday, birthday, you name it – there it was, creamy and decadent. While I still cherish that cheesecake, sometimes I need a quicker, lighter option. These Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are my way of paying homage to Grandma's classic dessert while keeping things fun, fresh, and accessible. It's a perfect bite of nostalgia without a whole lot of effort.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: Chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or chopped nuts for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Slice: Cut each hulled strawberry in half lengthwise.
2. Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. Fill the strawberries: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture onto the cut side of each strawberry half.
4. Garnish: Sprinkle with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or chopped nuts, if desired.
5. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the filling to firm up slightly.
6. Serve: Enjoy immediately!

Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries

A quick and guilt-free dessert featuring fresh strawberries filled with a creamy cheesecake-inspired filling.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh strawberries hulled
• 4 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: Chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or chopped nuts for garnish

Equipment

• Mixing Bowl

Method

 

1. Cut each hulled strawberry in half lengthwise.
   1 pound fresh strawberries
2. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
   4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3. Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture onto the cut side of each strawberry half.
4. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or chopped nuts, if desired.
5. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the filling to firm up slightly.
6. Enjoy immediately!