Description
Deviled Strawberries are a unique appetizer that balances sweet strawberries with a savory cream cheese filling and a hint of spice. They are perfect for parties and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and halved lengthwise
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped chives, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) until well combined.
- Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture into the hollowed-out center of each strawberry half.
- Garnish with additional chopped chives.
- Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a sweeter version, you can add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the cream cheese mixture.
- Experiment with different herbs like parsley or dill for variations.
- These are best served fresh, but can be refrigerated for a few hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 stuffed strawberry halves
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Deviled Strawberries, stuffed strawberries, cream cheese appetizer, savory strawberries, party food, easy appetizer, no-cook appetizer, holiday appetizer, sweet and savory