If you love Strawberry Shortcake but don’t want to bake from scratch, this easy twist is about to become your new favorite dessert! By swapping traditional shortcake or biscuits for soft, sweet store‑bought donuts, you get all the classic flavors in this Strawberry Shortcake Using Donuts – juicy strawberries, fluffy cream, and a tender base – with a fraction of the effort!
Strawberry Shortcake with Donuts Instead of Cake!
I recently had a nightmare about my husband going to prison for 10 years. It was so traumatizing I woke up with a headache! I was a wreck – stiff, sweaty, and terrified! As hard as I tried, I couldn’t sleep without this nightmare haunting me throughout the night!
It was so vivid I remembered it the next day and told my husband all about it. He was just as relieved as I was that it wasn’t true. To help me move past it, he attempted to make me laugh by calling me later in the day and pretend like it was a collect call that I had to accept or decline from the jail. I chose to accept and we got a good laugh out of it!
I feel like both humor and donuts are the cure all, especially when it’s Strawberry Shortcake Using Donuts!
Why this Recipe Works:
- Donuts Replace Traditional Shortcake – They are soft, slightly dense, and already sweet so you get the same rich base without baking from scratch.
- Quick and Foolproof – Since the donuts are pre-made, it’s nearly impossible to mess up – perfect for last-minute desserts.
- Layering Creates Classic Texture – Even with donuts, the stacked layers mimic traditional Strawberry Shortcake with soft cake, juicy fruit, and creamy topping in every bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 6 Store Bought Donuts – These replace the traditional shortcake or biscuits, acting as the base. Glazed or cake donuts work best for structure and sweetness.
- Strawberries (Sliced) – Fresh, juicy strawberries add natural sweetness and a slightly tart flavor. You can toss with a little sugar for extra juicy syrup.
- 8 oz Cool Whip (Thawed) – Provides a light, creamy topping that balances the sweetness of the donuts and strawberries.
How to Make Strawberry Shortcake Using Donuts
- Cut 6 store bought donuts in half and lay out on parchment paper.
- Clean, hull, and slice strawberries and layer on the bottom halves of each sliced donut.
- Place a dollop of Cool Whip on top of the strawberries.
- Put top half of donut over the Cool Whip.
My Best Tips:
- Choose the Right Donut – Use plain, glazed, or cake donuts – they hold up better than filled or frosted ones. Avoid overly airy donuts, they collapse when layered.
- How to Layer – It’s best to layer the strawberries first, then the Cool Whip. It’s likely you’ll have a mess if you do it the other way around!
- Serve Immediately – This dessert is best freshly assembled and eaten right away. Waiting too long will make soggy layers and messy texture.
More Strawberry Shortcake Recipes:
- Strawberry Shortcake Fluff Salad
- Strawberry Shortcake
- Strawberry Shortcake Cookies
- Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake
Strawberry Shortcake Using Donuts
Easy Strawberry Shortcake Using Donuts! This no-bake dessert comes together in minutes with fresh strawberries, whipped topping, and store-bought donuts!
Ingredients
- 6 Store Bought Donuts
- Strawberries, Sliced
- 8 oz Cool Whip, Thawed
Instructions
- Cut donuts in half and lay out on parchment paper.
- Clean, hull, and slice strawberries and layer on the bottom halves of each sliced donut.
- Place a dollop of Cool Whip on top of the strawberries.
- Put top half of donut over the Cool Whip.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 252Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 188mgCarbohydrates: 29gFiber: 1gSugar: 14gProtein: 4g
The nutrition facts were automated by the Nutritionix database. Because it's done by automation, it is best practice to double check for accuracy.
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