Strawberry bombs are delightful treats that can be a great addition to any dessert table. They typically involve strawberries filled with a sweet cream or chocolate mixture. Here’s a simple recipe for strawberry bombs:
Ingredients:
- 20 fresh strawberries
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs (optional)
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white chocolate, your choice)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Strawberries:
- Wash the strawberries and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Cut off the tops and carefully hollow out the center of each strawberry using a small knife or a strawberry huller. Be sure to leave enough of the strawberry intact so it can hold the filling.
- Make the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until well combined and smooth.
- Fill the Strawberries:
- Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off.
- Pipe the cream cheese mixture into the hollowed-out strawberries until they are filled.
- Optional Coating:
- If you’d like, dip the tops of the filled strawberries into the crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs for a little extra texture and flavor.
- Chocolate Drizzle (Optional):
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the filled strawberries using a spoon or a piping bag. You can also dip the bottom of the strawberries in chocolate if you prefer.
- Chill and Serve:
- Place the strawberries on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set and the chocolate to harden.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious strawberry bombs!
Tips:
- You can experiment with different fillings, such as mascarpone cheese, whipped cream, or even chocolate mousse.
- For a more decadent treat, you can also roll the filled strawberries in crushed nuts or sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
Enjoy making and sharing these delightful strawberry bombs!