Strawberry Shortcake Skewers (Printer View)

Fresh strawberries and cake skewered, drizzled with cream for a playful, crowd-pleasing sweet treat.

# Components:

→ Fruit & Cake

01 - 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Cream Drizzle

03 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
04 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Garnishes

06 - 2 tablespoons melted white chocolate
07 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint

# Method:

01 - Thread the strawberry halves and cake cubes alternately onto eight wooden or metal skewers.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
03 - Place the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
04 - Drizzle whipped cream over the skewers, or serve it on the side for dipping.
05 - If desired, drizzle each skewer with melted white chocolate and sprinkle with chopped fresh mint.
06 - Serve immediately for best texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble so even beginner bakers can manage
  • Perfect for parties or quick weeknight desserts
  • Fresh and light with real fruit and tender cake
  • No oven required and hardly any mess to clean up
  • You can prep these in advance and simply drizzle with cream right before serving
02 -
  • Great for make-ahead entertaining since components can be prepped in advance
  • Each skewer is naturally portioned for a light dessert or sweet snack
  • Easy to adapt for gluten-free or dairy-free needs with store bought swaps
03 -
  • If your cake is too soft pop it in the freezer for 15 minutes before slicing so it holds its shape perfectly on the skewers.
  • Use metal skewers if serving to adults since these keep everything steady and are reusable for next time.
  • For easy cleanup drizzle the cream just before serving or set out a bowl for dipping to keep fingers clean.
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