Description
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones combine creamy, luscious cheesecake filling with a vibrant strawberry crunch topping nestled in crispy waffle cones. This easy-to-make dessert offers perfect individual portions with delightful textures and bright flavors, ideal for summer treats, parties, or anytime you want a visually stunning and delicious handheld dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Crunch Topping
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Other
- 6 sturdy waffle cones
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually mix in sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is velvety and lump-free, forming the luscious cheesecake base.
- Make the Strawberry Crunch Topping: Finely chop fresh strawberries and gently toss them with crushed graham crackers (or cookie crumbs) and a splash of lemon juice, ensuring an even, fresh, and crunchy topping.
- Assemble the Cones: Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling into each waffle cone, filling about three-quarters full. Generously top with the strawberry crunch mixture, pressing lightly to help it stick.
- Chill and Serve: Place assembled cones upright in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the filling set. Serve chilled or store covered in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling without lumps.
- Choose firm waffle cones that won’t become soggy quickly.
- Chill the cones thoroughly to help the filling set and enhance flavor melding.
- Prepare the strawberry crunch topping fresh just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Use a piping bag for neat and even cheesecake filling placement.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cone
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: strawberry cheesecake cones, no bake cheesecake, summer dessert, handheld dessert, strawberry crunch