Grilled strawberry shortcake kebabs are a fun and simple dessert recipe to make this summer. Fresh strawberries and pound cake are skewered and lightly grilled until warm and toasted. Served with homemade vanilla whipped cream.
In a large bowl, add heavy cream, confectioner's sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip for 2-3 minutes on medium speed until medium peaks form. Once you begin to see ripples in the cream from your mixer and it appears to be holding its shape, stop the mixer and pull the whisk out of the bowl. If the tip of the whipped cream mostly holds its shape and eventually droops slightly, your whipped cream is ready. Take care not to over-mix or your whipped cream will separate.
Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Strawberry shortcake kebabs
Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 375 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. If needed, clean grill grates.
Slice pound cake into cubes, similar in size to your strawberries. Rinse strawberries, pat dry, and remove stems and leaves. Carefully thread cake cubes and strawberries onto skewers.
Wipe grill grates lightly with oil, then place skewers perpendicular across the grill grate. Watching carefully (do not walk away), cook until cake is lightly browned on all sides. This should only take about 1 to 2 minutes per side, but will depend entirely on the heat of the grill.
Remove from heat, carefully remove from skewers, and serve with a dollop of prepared whipped cream.
Notes
Heavy cream or heavy whipping cream is a must. Other dairy products like half & half, light cream, or whole milk do not contain enough milkfat to whip.
Prepared whipped cream will keep for 24 hours in a covered container in the refrigerator. Over time whipped cream will begin to weep and lose its shape - it is best enjoyed within 24 hours.
Make ahead - prepare your whipped cream as written, cover, and store in the refrigerator. Assemble skewers and store in the refrigerator until ready to grill. Skewers are best grilled the same day.
Leftover grilled strawberries will keep for 3 to 4 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.