🍓 Strawberry Cream Cheese Dessert (Slow Cooker Style)
Description
A rich, creamy, and slightly tangy dessert made with fresh strawberries and smooth cream cheese, slow-cooked to perfection. It’s soft, comforting, and melts in your mouth—perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat.
Ingredients
For the base:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the creamy layer:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream (or milk)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For topping:
- 1 cup cake mix or biscuit crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
1. Prepare strawberries
- Mix strawberries with sugar and lemon juice
- Place in slow cooker
2. Make cream mixture
- In a bowl, whisk:
- cream cheese
- heavy cream
- sugar
- vanilla
3. Assemble
- Pour cream mixture over strawberries
- Sprinkle cake mix or crumbs on top
- Drizzle melted butter
4. Cook
- Low: 2–3 hours
- Until bubbly and slightly set
5. Serve
- Let cool slightly
- Serve warm or chilled
Servings
- Serves: 4–6 people
Tips
- Use fresh strawberries for best flavor
- Don’t overcook—keeps texture creamy
- Add white chocolate chips for extra richness
- Chill for firmer texture
Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)
- Calories: ~320–400 kcal
- Carbs: ~35g
- Fat: ~20g
- Protein: ~4–6g
Benefits
- Strawberries rich in antioxidants 🍓
- Calcium from cream cheese
- Comfort dessert for mood boost 😊
- Easy one-pot recipe
Q&A
Q: Can I use frozen strawberries?
A: Yes—no need to thaw, just cook slightly longer.
Q: Can I bake instead of slow cook?
A: Yes—bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes.
Q: Can I make it less sweet?
A: Reduce sugar or use natural sweeteners.
Q: What toppings go well?
A: Ice cream, whipped cream, or nuts.
Q: How to store leftovers?
A: Refrigerate up to 3 days.