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cherry shortcake recipe

Grilled Cherry Shortcake

Susan the CA Grown Mom
Grilled Cherry Shortcake is sure to be your new favorite summer treat! Grilling cherries imparts a slighty smoky flavor and soft texture to this easy summer dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 302 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 lbs. cherries pitted and halved
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Pound cake or madeline cookies

Instructions
 

  • Skewer the cherries and grill on a hot grill for a few minutes per side.
    Remove fruit from skewer and set aside
  • Whip the cream, sugar and vanilla until peaks form
  • Place a portion of cherries (about 8 halves) to cover the bottom of 4 oz. mason jar
  • Add whipped cream, pound cake, more cherries and a dollop of whipped cream
  • Dust with almonds and chocolate if desired

Notes

Try this recipes with any fresh cherries from California!

Nutrition

Calories: 302kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 23mgPotassium: 297mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 947IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cherry, dessert
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