Description
Donut Strawberry Shortcake is a delightful dessert that combines fluffy donuts with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Perfect for summer picnics or festive gatherings, this treat is sure to impress friends and family alike. The vibrant colors and delicious flavors make it an absolute crowd-pleaser. Best of all, it’s incredibly simple to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fluffy donuts (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups ripe strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- If using store-bought donuts, allow them to reach room temperature. For homemade, prepare according to your favorite recipe.
- Wash and slice strawberries into quarters, then toss in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- In a mixing bowl, whip cold heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
- Cut each donut in half horizontally. Spoon whipped cream onto the bottom half, followed by sliced strawberries.
- Place the top half back on, add more whipped cream and strawberries, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut shortcake (160g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg