Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers

When it comes to dessert recipes, grilled pound cake, pineapple & strawberry skewers is a perfect combination of flavors! This recipe creates a dessert that offers the taste of traditional pound cake with a unique twist as it is grilled before snacking on its delicious flavors.

The sweet pineapple and juicy strawberries add contrast to the golden-brown glaze of the thinly grated pound cake. Accompanied by your favorite dessert toppings, these skewers are an ideal blend of dessert versatility and scrumptiousness!

The Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers recipe is an incredibly kid friendly dessert option.

The Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers recipe is an incredibly kid friendly dessert option. Not only is it easy to make, kids can even help in the preparation- leading to kids feeling great about their involvement and fostering experiences in the kitchen! These skewers are sure to be a hit with kids due to the sweetness of the pound cake combined with the refreshing taste of fruit. All you need for this recipe is a few simple ingredients making it accessible and easily customizable for kids' preferences. When served, kids will love its unique presentation - a dessert that's perfect for family dinners and kids' birthday parties alike.

This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves: 6-8

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Ingredients needed to make Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers

• 1 Pound cake, homemade or store-bought
• 2 c. Fresh pineapple chunks
• 3 c. Strawberries, tops removed and halved
• 1 c. Heavy whipping cream
• 3 T. Powdered sugar
• 1 t. Pure vanilla extract

Instructions for making Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers

1. Preheat an indoor grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat.
2. Cut the pound cake into bite-sized cubes.
3. Thread onto BBQ skewers, alternating with strawberries and pineapple chunks in between.  
4. Grill on an outdoor grill or on a lightly greased grill pan until light grill marks form and the fruit begins to soften, 3-4 minutes per side.
5. In a large bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract; continue to mix until incorporated. 
6. Serve the grilled pound cake and fruit with fresh whipped cream.
7. Enjoy!

Variations on the Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers recipe

Turning a classic dessert into a grilled treat is both exciting and delicious. For variations on the Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers recipe, try substituting different fruits such as kiwi or adding nuts to the skewered fruits. Top with melted dark chocolate for an extra indulgent touch. Mix up the pound cake by using a lemon or orange pound cake instead of traditional yellow. If you’re feeling adventurous, use biscotti instead of cakes and experiment with variations like blueberry-almond biscotti. Flavourful variations will guarantee that everyone enjoys the grilled version of this classic dessert.

Storage of the Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers

Storing homemade Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers can present a storage challenge, especially since they are a dessert items. To ensure their freshness and enjoy the best flavor possible, they should be consumed within 1 - 2 days of cooking. If storage is necessary, put them in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to three days. It's not recommended to freeze this recipe or store it for longer than three days to prevent spoilage. Enjoy your delicious homemade Grilled Pound Cake, Pineapple & Strawberry Skewers while they last!

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