Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are a no-bake dessert made with juicy fresh strawberries filled with a smooth chocolate cheesecake mixture. They are light, elegant, and perfect for parties, holidays, or summer gatherings.
Equipment
- electric hand mixer
- Mixing bowl
- piping bag
- star piping tip
- sharp knife
Ingredients
- 24 medium fresh strawberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- mini chocolate chips (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse and thoroughly dry the strawberries. Remove the stems so the strawberries can stand upright.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Cut a deep X into the top of each strawberry, slicing down the center without cutting all the way through.
- Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe the mixture into each strawberry.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each filled strawberry, if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
Use firm, ripe strawberries to prevent leaking. Best served chilled. Can be prepared up to 1 day in advance and kept lightly covered in the refrigerator. Customize toppings with nuts, coconut, or extra chocolate.