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Cheesecake deviled strawberries topped with cream cheese and berries

Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries

Creamy, juicy, and irresistibly fun, Cheesecake Deviled Strawberries are a show-stopping bite-sized dessert that feels fancy but comes together in minutes.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, No-Bake, Party
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping Bag

Ingredients

Fresh Strawberries

  • 18-24 large strawberries, rinsed and dried, stems removed, halved and hollowed

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened to room temperature (8 ounces)
  • 1/3 cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional), freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs, finely crushed

Instructions

  • Rinse and dry the strawberries thoroughly. Cut off the stems, slice each strawberry in half lengthwise, and carefully hollow out the center with a small melon baller or teaspoon, leaving a sturdy shell so the filling won’t leak.
  • Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for a few minutes if possible. In a medium chilled bowl, pour the heavy whipping cream and beat on medium-high until stiff peaks form, about 4 to 5 minutes. Do not overbeat or the cream may become grainy.
  • In another medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and the optional fresh lemon juice. Use a hand mixer to beat until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain, about 2 minutes.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula. Fold slowly to preserve the airiness and keep the filling light and fluffy. Stop once the color and texture are even.
  • Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a medium round or star tip, or use a resealable bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe a generous dollop into each hollowed strawberry half, filling to the top without overstuffing.
  • Sprinkle the filled strawberries with graham cracker crumbs for that signature cheesecake crunch. Serve immediately for the best texture, or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
  • If making ahead, store covered in a single layer to prevent the crumbs from getting soggy; add a fresh sprinkle of crumbs just before serving for maximum crunch.

Notes

Ingredient temperature matters: Soften cream cheese to room temperature and chill the heavy cream for optimal texture.