This sweet and subtle pairing is perfect for dessert at a backyard barbeque, or served up at Superbowl halftime the non-froufrou style of the shooters is always a favorite amongst guys. This duo would also be perfect at an afternoon mixer or business social.
Vanilla Cheesecake Cupcakes 12 oz. crushed vanilla wafers
16 oz. cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
topping
1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
2 tsp. sugar
directions
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Line cupcake tin or tassie pans with paper liners. Cover the bottom layer of each cupcake liner with crushed vanilla wafers. In a large bowl combine the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Creme together using an electric mixer. Pour mixture into each cupcake liner. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes. For the topping mix the sliced strawberries and sugar in a medium sized bowl. Cover loosely, and set aside while allowing the cheesecake cupcakes cool Once cooled completely, give the strawberry mixture a brisk stir with a hand whisk. The sugar will have naturally drawn out the sweet juices of the strawberry creating a wonderful syrup type texture. Drizzle the strawberry topping over the Vanilla Cheesecake Cupcakes.
Strawberry Cheesecake Shots1/2 oz. vanilla infused vodka
1/2 oz. cranberry juice
1/2 oz. butterscotch schnapps
1/2 oz. strawberry syrup
1/2 oz. grenadine
directions
Combine ingredients in cocktail mixer with ice and shake well. Strain into shot glasses and enjoy!
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