Strawberry bon bons recipe—just hearing those words takes me back to my grandmother’s cozy kitchen, where joy was measured in scoops of cream and love was served in bite-sized treats. Inspired by the berry-filled traditions of my childhood and the modern mom life I live today, this recipe brings that nostalgia to your kitchen in the easiest way possible. With just a few ingredients and minimal fuss, you’ll be reliving your sweetest memories—or creating brand new ones with your own little sous-chefs.
For more strawberry-themed inspiration, check out our beloved Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe or try our Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake for another easy classic.
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Strawberry Bon Bons Recipe
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 bon bons 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A nostalgic no-bake dessert combining creamy cheesecake filling, sweet strawberry fruit topping, and a rich chocolate shell. These frozen strawberry bon bons are perfect for parties, gifts, or a sweet anytime treat. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 can LUCKY LEAF Strawberry Fruit Filling & Topping
- Topping: 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Creamy Base: Combine cream cheese, heavy cream, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add Strawberry Filling: Mix in the strawberry fruit filling thoroughly.
- Form Bon Bons: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Freeze for 6 hours.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips, adding a tablespoon of shortening if needed for consistency. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Dip and Freeze: Dip frozen bon bons into melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Return to freezer until set.
Notes
- For a smoother chocolate coating, ensure the chocolate is adequately cooled before dipping.
- Store bon bons in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bon bon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This strawberry bon bons recipe is everything you want in a homemade treat—simple, sweet, and satisfyingly indulgent. The creamy base made from cream cheese and heavy cream delivers rich texture, while the fruity strawberry center brings bright, juicy flavor to every bite. Dipped in melted chocolate, these frozen bites become an elegant, no-bake dessert perfect for parties, gifts, or a quiet moment on the couch.
Plus, you won’t need any baking skills to master this. It’s one of those easy fruit dessert recipes that anyone can tackle. Make it with your kids or prep it for a last-minute celebration—it works every time.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 can luchy meaf Strawberry Fruit Filling & Topping
- Topping:
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Bon Bons Recipe
- Make the Creamy Base:
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, heavy cream, and powdered sugar until smooth. - Stir in the Strawberry Filling:
Add the strawberry fruit topping and mix until fully combined. - Scoop & Freeze:
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and drop them onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Freeze for at least 6 hours. - Melt the Chocolate:
Melt the chocolate chips using either the microwave or a double boiler—whichever you prefer. If it’s too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon of shortening. Let it cool for 5 minutes. - Dip & Set:
Coat each frozen strawberry ball in melted chocolate, then place them back on the sheet and freeze until set.
Love frozen treats? Don’t miss our Strawberry Matcha Recipe for a cool, antioxidant-packed twist.
Why This Recipe Works So Well
These strawberry bon bons offer a mix of smooth creaminess, sweet berry flavor, and a rich chocolate shell. Freezing the filling gives them structure and a fun bite, while the strawberry adds that sweet-tart contrast. It’s a winning combo of flavors and textures—just like in our Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies—and the visual appeal makes them ideal for gifting or sharing.
Serving Suggestions for Strawberry Bon Bons Recipe
Strawberry bon bons are the kind of treat that fit any mood or moment:
- Party Tray Must-Have: Stack them on a dessert board next to Fruit Platter Bites and mini cupcakes for a colorful array.
- Chill & Snack: Keep a stash in the freezer for a refreshing bite anytime—perfect on hot days or late-night cravings.
- Edible Gifts: Wrap them in parchment and tie with ribbon for sweet holiday or thank-you gifts.
- Special Occasions: Great for birthdays, anniversaries, and Valentine’s Day—pair them with Strawberry Bon Bon Cheesecake for an indulgent dessert spread.
Conclusion
Whether you’re recreating childhood memories or discovering the magic of bon bons for the first time, this strawberry bon bons recipe delivers big joy with little effort. It’s a testament to the simplicity and beauty of homemade desserts—creamy, fruity, chocolatey bites that melt in your mouth and warm your heart. Make a batch today and share the love, one bon bon at a time.
FAQs
Traditional bonbons include a sweet, creamy center often flavored with fruit like strawberry, coated in chocolate or hard candy shells.
Our recipe features a soft blend of cream cheese and strawberry filling inside a rich chocolate shell—like a frozen bite of cheesecake.
Though less common in stores today, strawberry bon bons live on in homemade versions like this, and vintage candies can still be found online or in specialty shops.
They’re nostalgic, long-lasting, and universally loved—grandmas knew how to keep a comforting treat on hand. That same spirit lives in this recipe.
External Resources on Strawberry Bon Bons
- According to The Kitchn, strawberry bon bons were a staple in candy dishes during the mid-1900s, especially among older generations.