Pin this Festive, juicy strawberries transformed into adorable Santa hats, filled with creamy cheesecake and topped with a sweet marshmallow. A fun, easy holiday treat perfect for kids and parties.
This recipe has become a family favorite during the holidays, bringing smiles to kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 12 large fresh strawberries
- Cheesecake Filling: 113 g (4 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Topping & Decorations: 12 mini marshmallows, 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for melting)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry the strawberries. Slice off the leafy end so each strawberry stands upright. Set aside.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3:
- Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or plastic bag with a corner snipped off.
- Step 4:
- Pipe a small mound of filling onto the cut side of each strawberry to form the face.
- Step 5:
- Place a mini marshmallow on top of each strawberry to resemble the pom-pom of Santas hat.
- Step 6:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips with coconut oil (if using) in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 7:
- Pipe or drizzle a ring of melted white chocolate around the base of each strawberry to mimic the hats fur trim. Use a toothpick for precision if needed.
- Step 8:
- Arrange the finished Santa hats in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 160°C (320°F) for 2 3 minutes to lightly set the chocolate (optional, for a firmer finish). Cool before serving.
Pin this This treat always brings the family together, especially watching the kids enjoy their festive snacks.
Preparation Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
3 minutes
Total Time
18 minutes
Pin this Enjoy your festive Santa hat strawberries as a delightful holiday dessert or party snack.
Frequently Asked Recipe Questions
- → How do you prepare the strawberries for filling?
Wash and dry the strawberries, then slice off the leafy end so each one can stand upright, creating a base for the filling.
- → What ingredients make up the creamy filling?
The filling consists of softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract beaten until smooth and creamy.
- → How is the white chocolate used in this dish?
Melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil and drizzle around the base of each strawberry to create a decorative fur trim look.
- → What is the purpose of the air fryer in this preparation?
The air fryer sets the white chocolate and cheesecake filling lightly, giving the treats a firmer finish while keeping them fresh.
- → Can the filling be substituted for a lighter option?
Yes, whipped cream or Greek yogurt can be used instead of cream cheese to create a lighter filling option.