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Festive Strawberry Santas decorated as holiday treats on a plate.

Strawberry Santas

These delightful festive treats combine juicy strawberries with creamy whipped cream cheese, perfect for holiday gatherings. Easy to make and charming in appearance, they’re a hit with both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 45
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 large large strawberries Choose ripe and firm strawberries.
  • 1 cup whipped cream cheese Chill if needed for easier piping.
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar Adds sweetness and balances tanginess.
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla Enhances overall flavor.
Decoration
  • decorative red and black icing For creating fun facial details.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash strawberries under cool water and pat them dry gently.
  2. Cut the stem off the strawberry to create a flat side and slice each berry in half horizontally.
Make the Filling
  1. Blend together whipped cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a small mixing bowl until smooth.
Prepare the Piping Bag
  1. Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with a small corner snipped off.
Assemble the Strawberry Santas
  1. Place the cut side of a bottom strawberry (the body) on a plate and pipe a generous amount of the cream cheese on top.
  2. Add the top half of the strawberry (the hat) on the cream cheese mixture and pipe more cream cheese on top for the brim.
Decorate
  1. Use decorative icing to draw a face on the Santa.
Serving
  1. Serve the Strawberry Santas immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Notes

Tips: Make a batch for larger gatherings. Chill cream cheese for easier piping. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.