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Ruby Strawberry Jewel Bows with Whipped Cheesecake Center

Elegant, jewel-toned gelatin bows filled with a light and fluffy whipped cheesecake center, glazed for a sparkling gemstone finish. A stunning chilled dessert.

  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • For the Ruby Strawberry Jewel Bows:
  • 2 cups strawberry puree, strained
  • 1 cup strawberry juice
  • 2 cups water
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp agar-agar powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • For the Whipped Cheesecake Center:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp sour cream
  • For the Strawberry Glaze:
  • 1/4 cup strawberry preserves
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • For Garnish (optional):
  • Fresh strawberry slices
  • Edible pearl dust
  • Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Combine strawberry puree, strawberry juice, water, sugar, agar-agar powder, lemon juice, and salt in a saucepan. Heat while stirring until fully dissolved and bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Pour the mixture into bow-shaped silicone molds and refrigerate until fully set and crystal clear.
  3. Beat cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream until light and fluffy. Transfer to a piping bag and chill.
  4. Carefully unmold the ruby jewel bows and create a small cavity in the center knot area of each bow.
  5. Pipe the whipped cheesecake filling into the center, creating a soft creamy core.
  6. Warm strawberry preserves, honey, and lemon juice until smooth and glossy. Allow to cool slightly.
  7. Brush the bows with the glaze for a sparkling gemstone finish.
  8. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices, edible pearl dust, and mint leaves. Serve thoroughly chilled.
  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Method: Dessert

Nutrition

  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 29g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Protein: 4g