Description
Delightful and easy-to-make Cookie Butter Cheesecake Stuffed Berries combining fresh strawberries filled with a creamy cookie butter cheesecake filling, topped with crunchy graham cracker crumbs and an optional whipped cream drizzle. Perfect for a no-bake dessert or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 12 large strawberries
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cookie butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- Optional: extra cookie butter (to mix with graham cracker crumbs for added flavor and moisture)
- Whipped cream for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly and gently pat them dry with paper towels to remove any moisture while keeping them intact.
- Hollow Out Strawberries: Using a small knife or melon baller, carefully hollow out the center of each strawberry, creating enough space to hold the cheesecake filling without piercing through the sides or bottoms.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, cookie butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined with no lumps.
- Stuff the Strawberries: Fill the hollowed strawberries generously with the cheesecake mixture, using either a piping bag for precision or a small spoon to ensure each berry is nicely packed.
- Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with a small amount of extra cookie butter if desired to enhance the flavor and add moisture.
- Add the Topping: Sprinkle the graham cracker crumb mixture on top of each stuffed strawberry, pressing gently so that the crumbs adhere well to the cheesecake filling.
- Chill and Set: Place the stuffed strawberries on a tray or plate and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes to allow the filling to firm up and the flavors to meld.
- Serve with Whipped Cream: Before serving, optionally drizzle each stuffed strawberry with whipped cream to add an extra creamy touch and visual appeal.
Notes
- Make sure the strawberries are dry before hollowing to prevent watery filling.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother filling.
- Cookie butter enhances sweetness but can be substituted with peanut butter for a different flavor profile.
- The graham cracker topping adds a nice crunch; feel free to omit if preferred.
- These stuffed berries are best served within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
