Description
Deviled Strawberries are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that features fresh strawberries filled with a creamy, sweet mixture and topped with a sprinkle of graham crackers or chocolate shavings.
Ingredients
Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Additional:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, halved and hulled
- Crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Scoop out strawberries: Using a small spoon or melon baller, slightly scoop out the center of each strawberry half to create a small well.
- Prepare filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using), and beat until light and fluffy.
- Fill strawberries: Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. Pipe the filling into the hollowed strawberry halves.
- Add garnish: Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or chocolate shavings for garnish.
- Chill and serve: Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use whipped cream cheese for a lighter texture.
- For a chocolate twist, add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the filling.
- Best served the same day.
