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Festive Strawberry Santas decorated with cream and chocolate

Strawberry Santas

These adorable Strawberry Santas are a delightful and easy-to-make treat, perfect for holiday gatherings. Fresh strawberries are topped with a creamy mascarpone 'beard' and a mini marshmallow 'pom-pom', creating a charming edible Santa.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Holiday, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Strawberries large, hulled
  • 8 oz Mascarpone cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup Powdered sugar or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 24 Mini chocolate chips for eyes
  • 12 Mini marshmallows for hat pom-poms

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Piping bag with star tip

Method
 

Assembly
  1. Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice off the bottom to create a flat base. Slice about one-third off the top of each strawberry to form the Santa's hat.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
  3. Pipe a generous dollop of the mascarpone mixture onto the larger strawberry base to create the Santa's body and beard. Place the strawberry top on top of the mascarpone dollop to form the hat.
  4. Gently press two mini chocolate chips into the mascarpone for eyes. Affix a mini marshmallow to the tip of the strawberry hat as the pom-pom using a tiny dab of mascarpone if needed.
  5. Arrange the Strawberry Santas on a platter and chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best results.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, you can add a tiny drop of red food coloring to the mascarpone mixture. Ensure strawberries are dry before assembly to prevent the cream from sliding. Best served chilled.