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Deviled Strawberries with Cheesecake Filling

Juicy strawberries filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture and topped with graham cracker crumbs, these Deviled Strawberries are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Party Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Filling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Beat until stiff peaks form.
  • 1 package cream cheese (8 ounce, softened) Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/3 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for tang.
  • 2/3 cup white granulated sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Pure extract is preferred.
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Optional, adds a citrus kick.
For the Strawberries
  • 18-24 large berries strawberries Select bright and firm strawberries.
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs For a crunchy finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut off the stems of the strawberries and slice them in half.
  2. Trim a small sliver off the back of each half to make them stable.
  3. Hollow out the center of each strawberry half using a small melon baller.
Making the Filling
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form (about 5 minutes).
  2. In another bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well incorporated.
Assembly
  1. Fill a piping bag with the cream cheese mixture and pipe it onto each strawberry.
  2. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs generously over the filled strawberries.
  3. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For a visual feast, serve arranged on a platter with mint leaves. They can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.