Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped (or whipped topping)
- 1 cup diced strawberries
For the strawberry coating:
- About 20-25 fresh strawberries (medium to large size)
- White or dark chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions:
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined. Gently fold in the whipped cream or whipped topping until fully incorporated. Finally, fold in the diced strawberries.
- Prepare the strawberries: Wash and dry the fresh strawberries. Slice off the tops and hollow out the center using a small spoon or melon baller, creating a cavity for the filling. Ensure not to cut through the bottom of the strawberries.
- Fill the strawberries: Use a piping bag or a spoon to fill each prepared strawberry with the creamy filling mixture, slightly overfilling each one.
- Assemble the bombs: Once all the strawberries are filled, pair them up to create “bombs” by pressing two filled strawberries together, ensuring the filling is touching.
- Optional chocolate drizzle: Melt white or dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the assembled strawberry bombs for decoration if desired.
- Chill and serve: Place the assembled strawberry bombs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled.
These strawberry bombs are delightful and refreshing, perfect for a light and fruity dessert or a sweet snack. Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of powdered sugar in the filling according to your taste preferences. Enjoy!
