Easy Mini Strawberry Shortcake Skewers
A fresh and easy-to-handle twist on classic strawberry shortcake, perfect for summer picnics and gatherings. These bite-sized skewers combine juicy strawberries, crumbly shortcake biscuits, and fluffy whipped cream for a sweet, portable treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 skewers 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
- 8 small shortcake biscuits or mini scones, store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- Wooden or reusable metal skewers, about 6 inches long
Instructions
- Rinse and hull the strawberries. Slice them into halves or quarters depending on size to make bite-sized pieces.
- In a chilled mixing bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Slice each shortcake biscuit into halves or thirds to create roughly 1-inch cubes or rounds.
- Assemble the skewers by threading a piece of biscuit, followed by a chunk of strawberry, then a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat the pattern if the skewer is long enough, finishing with a strawberry on top.
- Place the assembled skewers on a platter and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to let the cream set and flavors meld. Serve chilled or slightly cool.
- Enjoy immediately, perfect for handheld eating without utensils.
Notes
Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for better results. Toast biscuits lightly to prevent sogginess. Assemble skewers just before serving to keep biscuits from getting soggy. Keep skewers chilled until serving. For dairy-free, use coconut whipped cream and gluten-free biscuits. Variations include using blueberries, raspberries, or peach slices instead of strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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