Description
Red White & Blue Stuffed Strawberries are a delightful and visually stunning dessert that’s perfect for summer celebrations and gatherings. These delectable strawberries are filled with a creamy vanilla and almond cheesecake filling, making them not only refreshing but also a crowd-pleaser. With vibrant colors, they add a festive touch to barbecues, holiday parties, or even brunch with friends. This simple recipe requires minimal effort and just a few ingredients, allowing you to impress your guests effortlessly.
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberries (washed)
- Fresh blueberries
- 4 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp. almond extract (or vanilla extract)
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries thoroughly and dry them with paper towels. Cut off the green tops to create a stable base.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, almond extract, and confectioners' sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Make an ‘X’ cut at the pointed end of each strawberry without slicing through completely.
- Fill a pastry bag or zip-lock baggie with the filling and pipe it into each strawberry through the ‘X’.
- Top each stuffed strawberry with a blueberry for added color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed strawberry (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Choose ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness. Experiment with different extracts like coconut or lemon for unique flavors. Refrigerate stuffed strawberries for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
