Easy Fresh Strawberry Shortcake Skewers Recipe Perfect for Summer Parties
A fresh and fun twist on classic strawberry shortcake, these skewers combine juicy strawberries, crumbly shortcake, and whipped cream for a fuss-free summer dessert perfect for parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 skewers 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
- 8 ounces shortcake or biscuits, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for whipped cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Honey or balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Rinse and gently pat dry the strawberries. Hull and cut into halves or quarters. If strawberries are not very sweet, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar and toss to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
- Cut the shortcake or biscuits into 1-inch cubes. Choose a sturdy but tender variety to hold shape on skewers.
- In a chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Adjust sweetness if needed.
- Thread shortcake cubes and strawberries alternately onto wooden or bamboo skewers, starting with a piece of shortcake. Add a small dollop of whipped cream between layers using a spoon or piping bag. Aim for 3-4 pieces of shortcake and 3-4 pieces of strawberry per skewer.
- Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and drizzle honey or balsamic glaze if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Use a slightly dense biscuit or shortcake to prevent crumbling. Macerate strawberries with sugar to enhance sweetness without mushiness. Whip cream to soft peaks for best texture. Assemble skewers gently and chill before serving to keep cream firm. For a grilled twist, briefly grill skewers 1-2 minutes per side. Store components separately if making ahead to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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