Ingredients
– 1 pound fresh strawberries
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ¼ cup heavy cream
– Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries is a straightforward process. Follow these simple steps to achieve the best results:
1. Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse and pat dry the strawberries. Remove the green tops and carefully hollow out the center using a small paring knife or a strawberry huller.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until well combined.
3. Add Flavor: Mix in the vanilla extract and heavy cream. Continue to beat until the mixture is creamy and fluffy.
4. Fill the Strawberries: Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the filling into each hollowed-out strawberry until generously filled.
5. Chill: Place the filled strawberries in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This helps the filling set and makes them even more refreshing.
6. Garnish: Just before serving, sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for an extra touch of elegance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 strawberries
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 1g