Ingredients
Scale
For the Strawberries
- 24 large, fresh strawberries (firm and ripe)
- Paper towels (for drying strawberries after rinsing)
Option A: Sweet Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (to loosen texture if needed)
Option B: Whipped Mascarpone Filling
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 2–3 tablespoons whipped cream folded in for lightness
Option C: Chocolate Ganache Filling
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional for extra shine)
- Pinch of sea salt
Option D: Greek Yogurt Mousse (Light Version)
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup whipped cream or coconut whipped topping
Optional Garnishes
- Crushed nuts (pistachios, almonds, hazelnuts)
- Shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips
- Graham cracker or cookie crumbs
- Fresh mint leaves
- Drizzle of melted chocolate or honey
- Edible flowers or citrus zest
Instructions
1. Prepare the Strawberries
- Gently rinse strawberries and pat completely dry.
- Slice off the green tops so the strawberries can stand upright.
- Using a small knife or melon baller, carefully scoop out the center of each berry to create a cavity for filling.
- Set aside on a paper towel-lined tray.
2. Make the Filling
Option A: Cream Cheese
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
- Add cream if needed for a pipeable texture.
Option B: Mascarpone
- Mix mascarpone, sweetener, lemon zest, and vanilla.
- Fold in whipped cream for extra lightness if desired.
Option C: Chocolate Ganache
- Heat cream until hot but not boiling.
- Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth; add butter and salt for richness.
- Let cool slightly before piping.
Option D: Yogurt Mousse
- Whisk together yogurt, sweetener, and vanilla.
- Fold in whipped cream for airy texture.
3. Fill the Strawberries
- Spoon filling into a piping bag or zip-top bag with a snipped corner.
- Pipe the filling neatly into each hollowed strawberry until just full or slightly over the edge in a swirl.
- For ganache, ensure it’s cooled slightly to avoid dripping too much.
4. Garnish and Decorate
- Sprinkle filled strawberries with your choice of toppings: chopped nuts, chocolate shavings, cookie crumbs, or drizzle.
- Garnish with mint leaves or a small edible flower for an elegant touch.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes if preparing ahead, or serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None (chill time optional)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 strawberries per person
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g