Valentine’s Strawberry Cheesecake Tubes

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I was seriously struggling to come up with a title for these delicious little treats, so I finally gave up.  Valentine’s Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Tubes was the best I could do. I know, I know it’s not glamorous,… but it’s so accurate.  (They are way too large to call them cannoli) 🙂

Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that almost begs for something sweet, a little indulgent, and made with love. Whether you’re celebrating with your partner, your best friends, or just treating yourself (which I fully support).  These Valentine’s Day Strawberry Cheesecake tubes are exactly the kind of dessert that feels special without being fussy. For this version, I couldn’t, or I was not in the mood to make the classic Italian cannoli, so I found these waffle-shaped tubes and gave them a romantic Valentine’s twist.  I filled them with a creamy cream cheese, ricotta cheese filling, and fresh strawberries. The result? Crispy shells, velvety filling, and little pops of fruity sweetness in every bite.  And I dipped the edges in crushed roasted almonds.  Soooo goooddd!

What I love most about this recipe is how it balances textures and flavors. The shells stay crisp, the cheesecake filling is rich but not heavy, and the strawberries add freshness that keeps everything from feeling overly sweet. It’s indulgent, yes, it’s true,  but still light enough that you’ll happily reach for a second one. Or a third. 🙂 This is also one of those desserts that works beautifully for entertaining. You can prepare the filling ahead of time, chop the strawberries, and pipe the tubes just before serving, as I do.

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about giving the perfect gift.  It’s about warmth, comfort, and little gestures that say I care. A homemade dessert like this does exactly that. It feels thoughtful. It feels festive. And it feels like love on a plate. If you want to go that little extra mile, simply dust the tubes with powdered sugar, drizzle them lightly with melted chocolate, or even add a few heart-shaped sprinkles for fun. These little touches turn a simple dessert into something truly memorable.

So whether you’re baking for someone special or simply because strawberries + cheesecake + shells sound irresistible (they are), I hope these Valentine’s Day Strawberry Cheesecakes Tubes bring a little joy, sweetness, and love into your kitchen. Because at the end of the day, desserts made with heart always taste better.

Remember to pipe the shells before serving. 🙂

Have a great morning/afternoon/evening, everyone! 🙂

Valentines Strawberry Cheesecake Tubes

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These Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Tubes are the ultimate sweet treat when you want something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen. Filled with a smooth, creamy cheesecake mixture and fresh strawberries, they’re light, indulgent, and perfect for sharing. Whether you’re making them for Valentine’s Day, a special occasion, or just because you’re craving something sweet, these little dessert tubes are guaranteed to disappear fast.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 6 pieces

Equipment

• 1 pipe bag
• 1 bowl
• 1 spatula
• 1 cutting board
• 1 knife
• 1 frying pan small

Ingredients

  

• 6 waffle shells
• 6 fresh strawberries sliced into cubes
• 1 cup cream cheese room temperature
• ½ cup ricotta cheese room temperature
• 1 cup icing sugar
• ½ tbsp cinnamon powder
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup roasted almonds chopped
• strawberry marmalade

Instructions

 

• Combine the 1 cup cream cheese, ½ cup ricotta cheese, 1 cup icing sugar, ½ tbsp cinnamon powder, 1 tbsp vanilla extract in a bowl.
• Use the spatula to mix.
• Toss the chopped almonds into the frying pan and roast.
• Add the sliced strawberries to the cheese mix.
• Place the cheese mixture in the piping bag, then pipe the mix into the shell.
• Dip the edges in roasted almonds.
• Garnish with strawberry marmalade.

Keyword Dessert, Valentines day

KALI SAS OREXI! 🙂