Flavorful Grilled Pound Cake with Strawberries and Cream
A quick and easy dessert featuring dense, buttery pound cake grilled to a crispy caramelized crust, topped with fresh strawberries and lightly whipped cream for a comforting yet fresh treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 loaf pound cake (about 16 ounces or 450 grams), dense and buttery
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (about 300 grams), hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml), cold
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (30 grams), for brushing
- Optional garnishes: fresh mint leaves, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries gently, hull, and slice into halves or quarters. Set aside to macerate slightly.
- In a chilled bowl, combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip with a hand whisk or electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold in lemon zest if using.
- Slice the pound cake into 1-inch thick slices.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C). Clean and oil the grates or pan to prevent sticking.
- Brush both sides of each pound cake slice lightly with melted butter.
- Place slices on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden grill marks appear and a caramel aroma is noticeable. Flip carefully to avoid breaking.
- Arrange grilled pound cake slices on serving plates. Spoon macerated strawberries over the top and add a dollop of whipped cream.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use a dense, buttery pound cake to prevent falling apart on the grill. Brush both sides with melted butter to avoid sticking and achieve a golden crust. Grill at medium heat and watch closely to prevent burning. Whip cream to soft peaks for best texture. Strawberries can be macerated briefly with sugar or lemon juice for extra juiciness. If using a grill pan, ensure it is well-oiled. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use a dairy-free pound cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of grilled p
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
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