Description

Deviled Strawberries are a delightful appetizer or dessert that balances sweet and savory notes. These bite-sized treats feature hollowed strawberries filled with a creamy mixture and topped with savory elements, making them perfect for parties and holidays.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and halved lengthwise
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives, plus extra for garnish
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional toppings: crispy bacon bits, smoked paprika, a drizzle of balsamic glaze

Instructions

Prepare the strawberries: Carefully hollow out each strawberry half using a small spoon or melon baller, creating a cavity.
Make the filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, chopped chives, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Fill the strawberries: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture into the hollowed-out strawberries.
Garnish: Sprinkle with additional chives or your chosen optional toppings.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For a sweeter filling, you can add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup.
Ensure strawberries are dry before filling to prevent the mixture from becoming watery.
These can be made a few hours in advance and kept chilled.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer/Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3-4 deviled strawberries
Calories: 150
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

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