Lemon Cream Strawberries
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Lemon Cream Strawberries—a no-bake treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Juicy, hollowed-out strawberries are filled with a luscious lemon cream made from whipped cream cheese, powdered sugar, zesty lemon, and a hint of vanilla, creating the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for summer parties, bridal showers, or even a refreshing after-dinner dessert. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or extra lemon zest for a sophisticated touch that’s sure to impress your guests. With their vibrant flavor and stunning presentation, these lemon cream strawberries are a bite-sized indulgence you’ll come back to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 large berries fresh strawberries
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- optional garnish: mint leaves or extra lemon zest
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Using a paring knife, remove the stems and hollow out the center of each strawberry to create a small cavity. Be careful not to cut all the way through the berry.
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Mix until fully combined and the mixture is light and fluffy.
Transfer the lemon cream mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star or round tip. If you don't have a piping bag, use a resealable plastic bag with a small corner snipped off.
Carefully pipe the lemon cream into the cavity of each strawberry, filling it generously.
Arrange the filled strawberries on a serving platter and garnish with optional mint leaves or extra lemon zest, if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Enjoy this delightful, tangy-sweet treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
706 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 372 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 803 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
