Stuffed Strawberries Elegante

1. 1

   Slice off stem end of strawberries to form a flat base.

2. 2

   Place berries on flat surface, with pointed end up.

3. 3

   With a sharp knife, slice each berry in half vertically to within a 1/4 inch of base.

4. 4

   Cut each half into three wedges to form 6 petals.

5. 5

   Pull petals apart slightly.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar and liqueur; beat until light and fluffy.

7. 7

   With a pastry bag and star tip or small spoon, (if mixture thins too much after beating, place filled bag in the refrigerator for about 15-20 min.)

8. 8

   then fill strawberries with cream cheese mixture.

9. 9

   A plastic zipper sandwich bag can be used instead of a pastry bag by filling with cream cheese mixture, cut one corner off of the bottom of the bag and squeeze.

10. 10

    For a beautiful presentation drizzle with melted slightly cooled dark chocolate.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.