Description
Delightfully creamy and crunchy deviled strawberries feature fresh strawberry halves filled with a smooth cream cheese mixture and topped with a sweet strawberry-flavored golden Oreo crumble, creating a perfect no-bake dessert or appetizer with a playful twist.
Ingredients
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Strawberry Crunch Topping
- 6 golden Oreo cookies finely crushed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- 2 teaspoons strawberry flavored gelatin powder (Jell-O brand)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 12–15 large fresh strawberries rinsed and patted dry very well, cut into halves
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Crunch Topping: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside. Add the golden Oreo cookies to a small food processor or high-speed blender and pulse for 30-60 seconds until finely crushed. Transfer crumbs to a bowl.
- Mix Topping Ingredients: Stir together melted butter and strawberry gelatin powder until fully combined. Add this mixture to the cookie crumbs and stir until combined, noting crumbs will remain two-toned and not fully pink.
- Bake the Topping: Spread the strawberry crunch mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and cool completely, breaking apart larger pieces if necessary.
- Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse strawberries under cool water just before use, pat dry thoroughly, and cut in half lengthwise, removing the green leaves. Arrange on a serving platter cut side up.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: Using a handheld mixer on medium speed, beat the softened cream cheese for 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and beat on low until incorporated. Then add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat for an additional 1-2 minutes until light and creamy.
- Fill the Strawberries: Dollop approximately 1.5 teaspoons of cream cheese filling onto each strawberry half’s cut surface. For decorative presentation, use a piping bag fitted with a tip if desired.
- Add Crunchy Topping and Serve: Sprinkle the cooled strawberry crunch topping over the cream cheese-filled strawberries and serve immediately.
Notes
- Store assembled deviled strawberries immediately as the filling may loosen due to berry moisture release.
- Leftover topping can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- The cream cheese filling can be made up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated; soften before using.
- Reheating is not recommended as heat will cause filling to melt and berries to soften.
- Freezing assembled strawberries is discouraged due to potential berry softening after thawing.
- Use strawberries about 2 to 2.5 inches for shape and stability.
- Choose similarly sized strawberries for uniform appearance.
- Rinse berries only immediately before use to avoid mushiness.
- Pat strawberries very dry before filling to prevent watery results.
- Full-fat block cream cheese provides best texture and firmness.
- If piping is difficult, use a spoon to dollop filling.
