This Twist on Strawberry Shortcake Might Just Be Summer’s Sweetest Dessert
If you’re looking for a fun and unexpected dessert to make for your next summer gathering, this simple twist on strawberry shortcake might be just what you need. It requires just a few ingredients, comes together in minutes, and delivers results that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
The Grilled Donut Strawberry Shortcake You Need to Try
Creator Jamie Cook shared the idea on Instagram, and it’s easy to see why she calls it a “summer barbecue staple.”
Strawberry shortcake is already one of summer’s most beloved desserts, whether it’s served over biscuits, pound cake, or angel food cake. But swapping in a grilled glazed donut takes the classic treat to a whole new level.
Cook recommends placing store-bought glazed donuts on a clean grill or Traeger and cooking them just long enough for the glaze to caramelize. Once they’re lightly crisped, top them with fresh whipped cream and sliced strawberries just as you would a traditional strawberry shortcake.
See the original grilled donut strawberry shortcake post from @wander_and_scout on Instagram.
The heat transforms the sugary glaze into a lightly crisp, golden exterior while keeping the center soft and pillowy. The result is a combination of warm caramelized donut, cool whipped cream, and juicy strawberries that creates a strawberry shortcake with flavors reminiscent of funnel cake, according to Cook.
It’s easy enough for a weekend treat but festive enough for holiday cookouts, backyard barbecues, and summer celebrations. Serving them in individual cups adds a fun presentation and makes them easy to share with a crowd.
Best of all, this easy dessert takes just a few minutes to prepare and requires nothing more than glazed donuts, fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a grill. And for America’s 250th Birthday celebrations, you can add blueberries for a patriotic treat.
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