INSIDE OUT - CHEESECAKE STUFFED STRAWBERRIES

Inside out - Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries image

Provided by Viclynn

Time 15m

Yield 12 strawberries, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 quart medium-to-large strawberry, approx. 12
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Toast the almonds in a 350 oven for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Whip the cream cheese until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the vanilla and sugar.
Trim a small slice off the bottom (pointed end) of the strawberry, so it will stand on a plate. Slice off the top of the strawberry. Hollow the strawberry using a small melon baller or spoon.
Place the cheesecake mix in a ziploc bag and snip the end (or use a pastry bag). Fill the berries until the mixture pipes over the top.
Arrange the toasted almonds over the top. Serve immediately or chill, covered, for up to two hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.3, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 85, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 7, Protein 3.6