Deviled Strawberries

Looking for a fun and easy party treat to impress your guests? These Deviled Strawberries are quick to make with just a few ingredients and pack all the flavors of a strawberry cheesecake into bite-sized finger food! With a creamy, tangy cream cheese filling and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs, they’re perfect for any gathering—whether it’s a birthday, potluck, 4th of July celebration, or just a casual get-together. Not only do they taste amazing, but they also make a beautiful table display as both a dessert or an appetizer!

Keyword: appetizer, cheesecake, dessert, finger food, party food, potlucks, strawberries, treats

Ingredients:

• 18-24 large strawberries
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese (softened)
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
• 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs

Instructions:

1. Prep the Strawberries: Start by cutting off the stems and slicing the strawberries in half. To ensure they stand upright, trim a small sliver off the back of each half. Use a melon baller to carefully hollow out a small indent in the center (just enough to hold the filling).
2. Whip the Cream: In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form (around 5 minutes).
3. Mix the Filling: In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional lemon juice with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
4. Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until everything is well combined.
5. Assemble: Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the filling onto each prepared strawberry half.
6. Finish: Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs for a delicious cheesecake-like touch.
7. Serve: Enjoy immediately or chill until ready to serve!

These creamy, sweet, and tangy bites are guaranteed to be the hit of your next party!