Cream Cheese filled Strawberries

These fresh fruit desserts are like a bite of strawberry cheesecake, and perfect to serve at a buffet. Whip 6 ounces of room-temperature cream cheese on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly fluffy. Add 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and 1 1/2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar. Trim bottom of 12 strawberries, so each stands upright. Use a melon baller to scoop out stems and tops. Fill a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2 inch star tip with cream cheese; pipe into strawberries until cream cheese brims over the top. berries can be topped with sliced toasted almonds (toast in a 350 degree oven for 3-6 minutes)