Description
Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs offer a fun and easy twist on the classic dessert. Featuring fresh strawberries and fluffy angel food cake threaded onto skewers, these kabobs are served with homemade whipped cream for dipping. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick after-dinner treat, this recipe combines fresh flavors with simple preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
Cake
- 1 pound angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional
- Wooden skewers (6-inch or 8-inch)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Chill Equipment: Place your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to ensure the cream whips up quickly and evenly.
- Prepare Whipped Cream: Pour 1 cup of heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overwhip. Set aside in the refrigerator.
- Prep Strawberries: Rinse strawberries under cold water, then pat dry to remove excess moisture. Hull each strawberry by removing the green tops and slice them in half.
- Cube Cake: Using a serrated knife, cut the angel food cake into 1-inch cubes to get uniform pieces ideal for skewering.
- Assemble Kabobs: Take wooden skewers and thread a strawberry half (cut side facing up), followed by a cube of angel food cake. Alternate between strawberries and cake cubes until the skewer is filled, finishing with a strawberry half on top.
- Display: Arrange the assembled kabobs on a serving platter or stand them upright in a glass for an attractive presentation.
- Serve: Present the whipped cream on the side for dipping and optionally garnish the kabobs with fresh mint leaves for added elegance.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Do not overwhip the cream to avoid turning it into butter.
- Angel food cake can be substituted with sponge cake if preferred.
- For easier serving, soak the wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes beforehand to prevent burning if grilling (though grilling is not part of this recipe).
- These kabobs are best served immediately to keep the cake fresh and prevent sogginess.
