Description

Deviled Strawberries are a delightful and elegant dessert featuring fresh strawberries filled with a luscious cream cheese and whipped cream mixture, topped with a crunchy sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs. This no-bake treat combines creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors with the freshness of strawberries, perfect for parties, gatherings, or a simple indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale

Strawberries

18–24 large strawberries

Cream Cheese Filling

1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sour cream
2/3 cup white granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)

Topping

1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs

Instructions

Prepare the Strawberries: Cut off the stems and slice each strawberry in half. Then, carefully cut a small sliver off the back of each half so they sit upright without tipping. Using a small melon baller, hollow out a small indentation in each strawberry half, just enough to hold the filling securely without it sliding off.
Whip the Cream: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form, which should take about 5 minutes. This creates a light and airy texture for the filling.
Mix Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Use an electric mixer to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, blending thoroughly but carefully to maintain the airy texture without deflating the whipped cream.
Fill the Strawberries: Transfer the cream cheese filling into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe generous amounts of the filling into the hollowed centers of the strawberry halves, creating an appealing swirl or dollop on top.
Add Topping and Serve: Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the filled strawberries for a crunchy contrast. Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, creamy dessert.

Notes

To make this dessert low carb, substitute the granulated sugar with a low-carb sweetener and omit the graham cracker crumbs.
Strawberry quantity may vary depending on size; leftover cream cheese mixture is delicious eaten on its own.
The cream cheese filling can be prepared a day in advance and will maintain its perfect texture when stored chilled.
Strawberries can also be sliced and prepped the day before; store in an airtight container with a paper towel to prevent sogginess and off flavors from the refrigerator.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Deviled Strawberries, Cream Cheese Filling, No-Bake Dessert, Strawberry Dessert, Easy Party Treat, Fresh Strawberry Recipe