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Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries

These Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are a fun, bite-sized dessert featuring juicy strawberries filled with a creamy, sweet cheesecake filling and topped with graham cracker crumbs for that classic cheesecake touch. Perfect for parties, these are easy to make and irresistibly delicious!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pintfresh strawberries(about24large strawberries)
  • 8 ozcream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cuppowdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 1/4 cupgraham cracker crumbs
  • Optional toppings: chocolate drizzle, crushed nuts, or sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries:Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly. Remove the green tops, and use a paring knife or melon baller to hollow out a small cavity in each strawberry.
  2. Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly. Remove the green tops, and use a paring knife or melon baller to hollow out a small cavity in each strawberry.
  3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully combined and fluffy.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully combined and fluffy.
  5. Fill the Strawberries:Transfer the cheesecake mixture to a piping bag with a star tip (or use a small spoon). Pipe the filling into the hollowed-out centers of the strawberries, letting it slightly overflow for a decorative effect.
  6. Transfer the cheesecake mixture to a piping bag with a star tip (or use a small spoon). Pipe the filling into the hollowed-out centers of the strawberries, letting it slightly overflow for a decorative effect.
  7. Add Toppings:Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over each filled strawberry. For extra flair, drizzle with melted chocolate, or garnish with crushed nuts or sprinkles.
  8. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over each filled strawberry. For extra flair, drizzle with melted chocolate, or garnish with crushed nuts or sprinkles.
  9. Chill and Serve:Place the filled strawberries on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set. Serve chilled for the best flavor.
  10. Place the filled strawberries on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set. Serve chilled for the best flavor.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: Store filled strawberries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. For longer storage, keep the filling and strawberries separate and fill just before serving.
Flavor Variations: Add lemon zest to the filling for a tangy twist, or try almond extract for a unique flavor.