Today I set up my yoga mat on the rug in our living room to do some exercising. I stepped on something sharp and bent down to pick up what I expected to be a small toy, but instead it was a SHARK TOOTH. Like, an actual shark tooth. Bought in the gift shop of a natural history museum. This is when being a parent to a little boy gets weird, guys. And can I just say, stepping on a shark tooth is seriously painful. You thought legos were bad!!
Today is January 31, but I have to say it kind of feels like January 51. Anyone else?? January always drags. Let’s get on with February already! Valentine’s Day is way more fun than -65 temperatures. (How are all my readers in the midwest handling the cold front?? You guys okay?? Stay warm! If it’s going to reach below -21 where you are this week, boil a pot of water and throw it in the air outside. It will fall down as snow! It’s pretty cool. You can even try dying the water. We did that once at Christmas up in Montana when it was -40.)
How to make cheesecake stuffed strawberries
My Aunt Shirley has been making these Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries for as long as I can remember! They are so good, I can probably eat 10 in a row. They are a SUPER easy appetizer that takes very little effort, but will instantly up the fancy level of your party.
Or, if you are having an intimate dinner for 2, these would be the perfect appetizer to have plated and ready to go on the beautifully set table. (Eric and I will definitely be having a homemade intimate dinner for two on February 14. We will have to chain the children up in the basement. I’m KIDDING omg.) It’s so simple. Just whip together some cream cheese, sour cream, and powdered sugar, and pipe it into the strawberries. Takes 10 minutes.
You can either cut the stem off so that it lies flat, or leave it on for that touch of green.
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Here’s an easy way to filling a piping bag: place it in an empty glass. It’s a lot easier to get the filling in there. If you don’t have a pastry bag, just fill a ziplock bag and snip off one of the corners.
I’ve seen Cheesecake filled strawberries around before, but usually people are cutting out the center of the strawberry from the stem end. Which is tasty but I don’t think it looks as pretty. Aunt Shirley calls these “Strawberry Blossoms” because they look like pretty little flowers on a tray. And most recipes just call for cream cheese and powdered sugar. This one has sour cream in it, which adds a bit more a a tang that pairs so well with gorgeous ripe strawberries.
There are lots of variations you could make with cream cheese stuffed strawberries. Top each blossom with a blueberry or a wedge of kiwi. Dip the base of filled strawberry in chocolate. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs (or crushed oreos!!) You could even try different flavors of cheesecake filling, like adding lemon zest. Go wild!
These cheesecake filled strawberries are perfect for any party that you want to feel a little fancy: Mother’s Day brunch, Valentine’s Day, New Years Eve, a wedding reception, baby or bridal showers. The possibilities are endless! I think I will be making a batch for myself very soon. Happy Valentine’s Day to me! Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram Three years ago: Crème Brûlée Cheesecake < huge favorite of mine! Four years ago: Browned Butter Gnocchi with Asparagus and Prosciutto Six years ago: Hot Pizza Dip « make this for the Super Bowl!
Other ideas for Valentine’s Day!
Easy Strawberries and Cream Appetizer « 4 ingredients. These are so tasty!
Nutella and Banana Stuffed Crescent Rolls « these are super easy!
2 Ingredient Nutella Puff Pastry « these are amazing.
More strawberry appetizers you are going to love!
Easy Strawberry Salsa Recipe from She Wears Many Hats Whipped Brie Stuffed Strawberries from Amanda’s Cooking Chocolate Covered Strawberry Baked Brie from Wine and Glue
