How to Make Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

This little dessert is perfect for a tea or shower. They look gorgeous and taste fabulous.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 lb.pkg. of strawberries
• 1 8oz pkg. cream cheese
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp. Mexican Vanilla
• 2-3 Vanilla Wafers

1. 

   Before removing tops gently wash and pat dry strawberries. Rest them upside down on a paper towel until ready to prepare for filling.

2. 

   Remove tops by slicing across the top of the berry. Gently scoop out a hollow depression in each strawberry. [I use the small end of a melon baller; my daughter uses a grapefruit spoon]

3. 

   Combine the softened 8 oz. cream cheese with 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon Mexican Vanilla. If you do not have access to Mexican Vanilla then adjust the vanilla to taste [usually double] Mix well.

4. Fill a pastry bag or a ziplock bag. If using a ziplock bag cut off one corner.

5. Squeeze filing into the hole in each strawberry. Be generous.

6. Crumble one or two Vanilla Wafers [or you can use a graham cracker] and sprinkle the crumbs over the cream cheese.

7. 

   Arrange on a pretty plate with optional greens. The picture shows the cut off tops used as a garnish. Enjoy the compliments!

Tips & Warnings

• Use firm, ripe strawberries but not overly ripe.

[mooby18]

on 8/13/2009 amazing, thank you for the recipe!

[FrazzledNanny]

on 3/25/2009 WOW! I put this in my favorites. I cannot wait to make this for EVERY occasion. I love the photos! 5*

[pappy537]

on 2/1/2009 UMMMMMM looks good and sounds good *****

[Gourmet2Go]

on 8/8/2008 I have a wedding coming up that I am going to cater. These would be perfect, thanks so much!

[arwen1964]

on 8/6/2008 Oh, Yum! What's not to like? Very clever!