Stuffed Cream Cheese Strawberries

INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. fresh strawberries, rinsed and pat dry 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Graham cracker crumbs, optional

DIRECTIONS: With a paring knife, cut off the strawberry stems. Cut around the inside of the strawberry, hollowing out slightly and creating a well for the cheesecake. (You can also do this with a small melon baller). Cut off a small portion of the pointy strawberry tip, so that each strawberry can stand. Place each on a large baking sheet. In a medium bowl, with a standing or handheld electric mixer, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy, about 2 minutes on medium speed. Place mixture in a pastry bag and pipe into each strawberry, adding a little extra to the top. Refrigerate unt