Ingredients
12 large, firm strawberries
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons apricot jam (or any clear fruit preserve)
1 teaspoon water (to thin the glaze)
Optional: toasted almond slivers or crushed pistachios for garnish
Instructions
1
Preparing the Strawberries
Rinse the strawberries under cool water, pat them dry, and gently remove the leafy tops. Using a small paring knife or a strawberry huller, carefully carve out a shallow cavity about ½‑inch deep, keep
2
Making the No‑Bake Cheesecake Filling
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese with ½ cup sweetened condensed milk. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 2 minutes. Ad…
3
Stuffing the Berries
In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons apricot jam with 1 teaspoon water. Warm over low heat, stirring until the jam liquefies into a smooth glaze—about 1 minute. Remove from heat and let it cool
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