These Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries are an elegant, delicious, and super easy dessert.  Each juicy strawberry is filled with rich and creamy no bake cheesecake, then topped with crushed graham crackers for a sweet and crunchy finish.

If you’re looking for more strawberry recipes, be sure to check out our Strawberry Pretzel Salad, Strawberry French Toast Bake, and Cheesecake Strawberries.

Cheesecake stuffed strawberries on a white platter, ready to be served.

Easy Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

I’ve had cheesecake stuffed strawberries on my mind lately. They’ve got all of the yummy, rich and creamy goodness of cheesecake without having to turn on a hot oven. 

To top things off, we’ve sprinkled crushed graham crackers over the tops, giving the dessert a nice crunch. Below, we’ve included a few more ideas for mix-ins, toppings, variations, and decorations if you want to travel a bit outside the box.

Key Ingredients

  • Heavy Whipping Cream – cream whips best when it is very cold so keep it in the fridge until just before whipping.
  • Cream Cheese – this will need to be room temperature in order to get it light and fluffy.  If it’s not soft enough, you can transfer to a microwave-safe container and heat it for about 10 seconds at a time until soft but not melted.
  • Powdered Sugar – it’s a good idea to sift your powdered sugar before adding it.
  • Strawberries – choose fresh strawberries that are large, firm, and roughly the same size.
  • Cookie Crumbs – crushed graham crackers, Nilla Wafers, or any other of your favorite cookies would work great.

How to Make Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

  1. Prep strawberries.  To prepare strawberries, wash well and then slice off the green stems.  Lay cut-side down on a baking sheet and slice an “x,” cutting the berries about ¾ of the way down.  Do not cut all the way through!  Set aside.
  2. Make the cheesecake mixture.  In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and set aside.  Add the room temperature cream cheese to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat using the paddle attachment until fluffy before adding the powdered sugar and vanilla.  Mix again until fluffy, then slowly fold in the whipped cream by hand until completely combined.
  3. Decorate.  Scoop the cheesecake topping into a piping bag, cut off the tip, and pipe the filling into the prepared strawberries.  Decorate by sprinkling with crushed graham crackers.
  4. Refrigerate and serve.  Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.  Enjoy!
Whole strawberries that have been hulled along with a bowl full of no bake cheesecake filling.

Recipe Variations

  • Chocolate Drizzle: After stuffing the strawberries with cheesecake filling, drizzle them with melted chocolate (white, milk, or dark) for an extra layer of indulgence.
  • Toasted Coconut Topping: Sprinkle shredded toasted coconut over the cheesecake-filled strawberries for a tropical twist and an added hint of nutty flavor.
  • Nutty Crunch: Roll the stuffed strawberries in finely chopped nuts like toasted almonds or pecans for a nutty texture that complements the creamy cheesecake filling.
  • Stuffed Strawberries with Caramel : Drizzle a luscious layer of caramel sauce over the cheesecake-stuffed strawberries for a sweet and gooey addition to the creamy filling.
  • Sprinkle of Sea Salt: Enhance the sweetness of the cheesecake by lightly sprinkling a pinch of sea salt over the stuffed strawberries. The salt adds a delightful contrast to the creamy filling.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I store leftover cheesecake strawberries?

Even though these taste best the day they were made, you can still save any leftovers to enjoy later.  If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge.  As long as your strawberries are nice and firm, they will last for up to 2 days this way.

Can I make these ahead of time?

While they are best made and consumed on the same day, you can prep your strawberries and fill them with the cream cheese mixture up to 1 day ahead of time.  We recommend holding off on sprinkling the cookie crumbs, though, as they will become mushy in the fridge.

How do you hollow out a strawberry?

If you want to try and hollow out your strawberries instead of cutting with an “x,” you can use a melon baller.  Be sure and save the strawberry scraps for snacking, salads or putting on ice cream!

A serving platter full of 4th of july themed stuffed strawberries.

Tips for Making the Best Stuffed Strawberries

  • Be sure to wash and dry the strawberries completely before filling.
  • Use a small pairing knife or a melon baller to hull the strawberries.
  • Use a piping bag to add the cheesecake filling.
  • Add sprinkles or your favorite cookie crumb to the tip of the filled strawberry.
  • Be sure your cream cheese is at room tempreture before making your cheesecake filling. This will help the filling be light and fluffy.
5 from 3 votes

No Bake Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Recipe

Author The Carefree Kitchen
These stuffed strawberries with cheesecake filling are an elegant, delicious, and super easy dessert to serve for baby and bridal showers, cocktail parties, Valentine’s Day, or just because. Each juicy strawberry is stuffed full of rich and creamy no bake cheesecake filling, then topped with sprinkling of crushed graham crackers for a sweet and crunchy finish.
Prep: 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yields12 people

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts strawberries
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 sheets graham crackers, crushed

Instructions
 

  • To prepare strawberries, wash well and then slice off the green stems. Lay cut-side down on a baking sheet and slice an "x," cutting the berries about ¾ of the way down. Do not cut all the way through! Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form, then set aside.
  • Place the room temperature cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer and beat cream cheese using the paddle attachment until fluffy. Once the cream cheese is fluffy, add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix again until fluffy.
  • Lightly fold in the whipped cream in a few additions using a rubber spatula, mixing just until the cheesecake mixture is evenly combined.
  • Add the cheesecake mixture to a piping bag and pipe the filling into the prepared strawberries.
  • To garnish, sprinkle with the crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!

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Notes

Storing instructions: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 82mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 419IU | Vitamin C: 93mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
Disclaimer: Nutritional values were calculated using a third-party tool and are provided as an estimation only.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
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5 Comments

  1. Can you make the filling the day before.

    1. You bet. Just keep the filling in a covered container in the fridge and use it the next day.

  2. Made these for a baby shower and everyone loved them, Thanks for the recipe!

  3. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says:

    Love how easy this recipe is. Can’t wait to try it this weekend.

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