A Strawberry Shortcake Donut is the ultimate dessert mashup. Imagine combining a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth donut with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. This is one of these easy desserts that takes just a few minutes to prepare and only uses 3 ingredients!
If you love strawberries be sure to also try our Strawberry Muffin Recipe and this yummy Strawberry Lemonade Pound Cake Recipe.
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Strawberry Shortcake Doughnuts
A Strawberry Shortcake Donut is like combining two favorite desserts in the easiest way possible. You’ve got the soft, sweet goodness of a donut paired with fresh, juicy strawberries and creamy whipped topping.
The flavors and textures come together so perfectly, and here’s the cool part – you only need three ingredients to make it. Plus, it’s ready in just a few minutes, so it’s great for those days when you want a quick, yummy treat without a lot of effort.
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Making doughnuts at home is a fun and easy way to skip the trip to the store and create something fresh and warm right from your oven. Plus, the process is simple enough that even the kids can join in, making it a great family activity.
Whether you’re glazing them, dusting them with sugar, or trying out fun toppings, there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of biting into a doughnut you made yourself!
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Ingredients For Strawberry Shortcake Donut
- Glazed Donuts - Make sure they are fresh.
- Whipped Cream - You can use a can of whipped cream of Cool Whip.
- Fresh Strawberries - Of course, fresh strawberries, the main component of any strawberry shortcake, are a must! To get the most berry flavor from each bite, choose ripe and juicy strawberries. Fresh strawberries also work well in this Strawberry Oatmeal Muffins Recipe.
Tools and Supplies For This Recipe
To make Strawberry Shortcake Donuts, you need a few handy kitchen tools. A sharp, serrated knife is perfect for slicing the donuts cleanly without squishing them. A strawberry huller or small paring knife will help you quickly prepare the strawberries.
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QLXHBOT Stainless Steel Strawberry Huller Fruit Stem Remover PickerKITCHENDAO Strawberry Huller Corer Stem Remover with Safety Lock,Silicone Spatula Turner Set of 3, Beijiyi 600°F Heat
How to make Strawberry Shortcake Donuts
Begin by slicing each doughnut horizontally into two pieces. Be careful to not have the donuts break apart when cutting.
Hull the strawberries and cut them into smaller pieces. Generously spoon the strawberries onto one half of each donut.
Add a generous helping of whipped cream on top of the strawberries.
Carefully place the other half of the donut on top. Gently press down, being careful not to squash it too much so the fluffiness of the cream remains.
In just a few minutes, you can make a strawberry shortcake donut, a dessert that combines the best of both worlds: strawberry shortcake and donuts.
Tips For Strawberry Shortcake Donuts Recipe
Tip 1: You can also top these donuts with an additional dollop of whipped cream.
Tip 2: For an extra indulgence, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
Tip 3: For extra flavor, toss the chopped strawberries with a tablespoon of sugar and let them sit for 10-15 minutes.
FAQs For Strawberry Shortcake Donuts
You can certainly bake your own donuts, but it is not necessary. You can buy glazed donuts and use those. Just make sure they are super fresh.
Can I use fresh whipped cream in these donuts?
You sure can! Use heavy whipping cream and follow this recipe for homemade whipped cream from Sally's Baking Addiction.
Unfortunately, because of the whipped cream, this will not store well. They should be made before eating and then served.
Strawberry Shortcake Recipes
Strawberry shortcake is such a fun and versatile treat, and there are so many ways to enjoy its sweet, fruity flavor. You can switch up the traditional version by trying different types of cake. Layer it in a jar or add a unique topping like flavored whipped cream for a creative twist.
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Strawberry Shortcake Donut
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Ingredients
- 4 Glazed Donuts
- 2 cups Whipped Cream
- 16 oz Frozen Strawberries thawed
Instructions
- Begin by slicing each doughnut horizontally into two pieces. Be careful to not have the donuts break apart when cutting.
- Hull the strawberries and cut them into smaller pieces. Generously spoon the strawberries onto one half of each donut.
- Add a generous helping of whipped cream on top of the strawberries.
- Carefully place the other half of the donut on top. Gently press down, being careful not to squash it too much so the fluffiness of the cream remains.
Notes
- Try adding a dollop of whipped cream on top for something extra.
- Want to go all out? Serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
- For a little boost of sweetness, toss your chopped strawberries with a tablespoon of sugar and let them sit for 10-15 minutes before using.
TAYLER ROSS says
I made these with the kids today and they were fun AND delicious! Thanks so much for sharing!
Mimi says
What a fun dessert! I love this Strawberry Shortcake Donut!
Chelsea says
This is such a nice alternative to the classic angel food cake with whipped cream and berries I usually serve. Proof that sometimes the simplest recipes really are the best—yum! Thanks for such a great recipe.
Julie says
I can't resist a good donut so my jaw hit the floor when I saw this amazing recipe! It's perfect for brunch, especially with all of our fresh strawberries!
Liz says
These donuts were so good! I love anything strawberry so these were a winner! YUM!