Easy No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs Perfect for Summer Treats
A quick and fun no-bake dessert featuring juicy strawberries and fluffy cake cubes threaded onto skewers, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries, hulled and halved if large
- Pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Whipped cream, lightly sweetened or store-bought (or mascarpone mixed with honey as an alternative)
- Honey or maple syrup (optional drizzle)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Wooden skewers, 6-inch length
Instructions
- Wash and prep strawberries by rinsing under cold water, pat dry, hull, and halve large berries. Toss lightly with a teaspoon of honey or sprinkle of sugar if desired and set aside to macerate.
- Cut pound cake or angel food cake into approximately 1-inch cubes, keeping them uniform for easy assembly.
- Prepare the cream topping by whipping store-bought cream or mixing mascarpone with a teaspoon of honey until smooth (optional).
- Assemble the kabobs by threading skewers alternating between strawberry halves and cake cubes, aiming for 3-4 pieces of fruit and 3-4 cake cubes per skewer. Finish with a mint leaf.
- Arrange kabobs on a serving platter and drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
Notes
Use firm, bright red strawberries to prevent mushiness and slipping off skewers. Cut cake into uniform 1-inch cubes for best texture. Do not soak strawberries too long to avoid soggy cake. Serve chilled but not frozen. Soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes if serving outdoors to prevent burning or splintering. Variations include using peaches, blueberries, or gluten-free cake and dairy-free cream alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: no-bake, strawberry shortcake, kabobs, summer dessert, easy dessert, quick dessert, pound cake, fresh strawberries