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Stuffed Strawberries with Cream Cheese Filling

This dessert involves halving ripe strawberries and filling them with a smooth cream cheese mixture. The strawberries are then chilled until the filling sets slightly, resulting in a juicy and creamy treat with a visual contrast between vibrant red fruit and white filling, topped with optional garnish for presentation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Large strawberries 12 pieces, hulled and halved to make 24 stuffed bites: Provide juicy sweetness and a sturdy base for filling.
  • Cream cheese 8 oz softened: Creates a rich and creamy filling
  • Powdered sugar 2 tablespoons: Adds gentle sweetness
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon: Enhances overall flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Small spoon or piping bag
  • Cutting board
  • Paring knife

Method
 

  1. Rinse strawberries gently under cool water.
  2. Pat them dry completely with a clean towel.
  3. Hull the strawberries and slice them in halves.
  4. In a bowl, add softened cream cheese.
  5. Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Transfer filling into a piping bag or spoon.
  7. Pipe or spoon filling onto each strawberry half.
  8. Arrange stuffed strawberries on a serving plate.
  9. Chill stuffed strawberries for about 15–20 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.