Cut each strawberry in half lengthwise and use a small spoon, melon baller, or paring knife to hollow out the center of each berry half.
In a medium bowl, use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to mix the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth.
Use a piping bag with a star tip (I use a Wilton 1M or 2D tip)to pipe the cream cheese filling into the hollowed-out strawberries. If you prefer, you can use a spoon to scoop the filling into the strawberries.
Add toppings of your choice. I like to drizzle melted chocolate over the strawberries, add chocolate cookie crumbs and graham cracker crumbs, and sprinkle on festive sprinkles. See post body for more topping ideas.