Grilled Strawberry Shortcake

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Serves: 4-6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

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About Grilled Strawberry Shortcake

This Grilled Strawberry Shortcake is a fun and flavorful spin on the beloved classic, perfect for summer gatherings or when you’re craving something unique. Grilled pound cake slices develop a light, crispy exterior while staying soft and buttery inside, pairing beautifully with juicy, caramelized strawberries fresh off the grill. Topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream, this dessert delivers a perfect balance of sweetness, smokiness, and creaminess. It’s an easy-to-make yet impressive treat that adds a little extra flair to a timeless favorite.

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds strawberries, hulled and halved

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Zest of 1 lemon

1 cup sour cream

1 loaf pound cake, sliced 1/2-inch thick

Unsalted butter, room temperature, for grilling

Preparation

01Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Toss strawberries with granulated sugar in a medium bowl and set aside.

02Beat together heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla and lemon zest in mixing bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold in sour cream until just combined.

03Brush pound cake slices with butter and grill until golden and grill marks appear, about 1 minute per side. Transfer grilled pound cake to serving plates.

04Add strawberries to grill and cook until grill marks appear, flipping once, about 90 seconds per side. If using grill with wide grate, cook strawberries in cast iron pan on grill for about 3 minutes.

05Top grilled pound cake with lemon whipped cream and garnish with grilled strawberries.