Keto Strawberry Shortcake Kebabs

Annie Lampella @ Ketofocus

By Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Published July 19, 2022 • Updated February 3, 2026

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The classic summertime favorite dessert, strawberry shortcake, just got easier and easier to eat! These strawberry shortcake kebabs have bites of fluffy cake alternating with fresh strawberries and topped with melted white chocolate.

Summertime is usually when we fire up the grill and eat foods on a stick – kebabs! This is a dessert option that takes a traditional strawberry shortcake and turns it into an easy to make dessert. Pair this with caprese chicken kebabs for a simple summer night meal.

chunks of cake and fresh strawberries on a wood skewer and topped with white frosting on a rack with sliced strawberries near by

Strawberry shortcake is one of the easiest desserts to make. It’s the ideal finish to a family meal or if you are feeding a large group of people since it scales so easily.

Strawberry shortcake kebabs are even easier since we use a box cake mix to make the cake portion of these kebabs and thread fresh strawberries on our skewers. To finish the dessert, top with a drizzle of sugar free melted white chocolate or simply dipped into a bowl of whipped cream as you eat.

three dessert kebabs on a rack with cake and red strawberries

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Keto Strawberry Shortcake Kebabs

Prep 10m Cook 15m Total 25m 12 servings

Ingredients

Step by Step Instructions

Step by Step Instructions

1
Make a cake

Prepare you cake and bake in a square baking lined with parchment paper so it’s easy to lift out once baked. Bake according to package or recipe instructions.

cake batter in a baking dish
Tip I prefer to use a boxed or packaged low-carb cake mix for this. I have some favorites listed below. Bake the cake according to the package instructions.
2
Cut cake into squares

Once the cake is cooled, cut into bite sized squares, set aside.

cutting cake into squares with a knife
3
Cut tops off strawberries

Cut the green tops off of all the strawberries.

cutting the tops off of strawberries
4
Thread the skewers

To each skewer, start with a strawberry, thread 4 strawberries and 3 cake bites, alternating and end on a strawberry.

cake bites with strawberries on skewers in a pan
Tip If using wooden skewers, make sure you soak the skewers for 1 hour to prevent splinters.
5
Drizzle with chocolate

Drizzle melted sugar free white chocolate over the kebabs.

two kebabs on a rack with cake and strawberries near by
Tip Dip in sugar free whipped cream as an alternative or addition.
Nutrition Per Serving 1 kebab
205 Calories
10.6g Fat
4.8g Protein
6.6g Net Carbs
23.6g Total Carbs
12 Servings
Nutrition disclaimer

The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.

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Cake mixes

The easiest solution is using a boxed cake mix. Several companies make low-carb versions with better ingredients. Here are some of my favorites.

  • Duncan Hines – 4 g net carbs per serving; gluten-free; sweetened with allulose and stevia
  • Good Dees – 2 g net carbs per serving; gluten-free; sweetened with erythritol and stevia

You can also make a vanilla cake from scratch if you prefer.

three dessert kebabs with cake and strawberries on a wire rack next to a bowl of strawberries and chunks of cake

Skewers

There are two types of skewers you can use to make these dessert kebabs – metal and wooden.

  • Metal skewers: These are reusable and splinter-free. They don’t require any prep before you start threading your bite sized chunks.
  • Wood skewers: These are generally less expensive and are not reusable. They can cause splintering; therefore must be soaked in water for an hour before using.

Storage information & make ahead instructions

Make ahead instructions: Save time by making the cake ahead of time. It can cool overnight in the refrigerator. The next day, you can prep your kebabs.

You can prepare all the kebabs the day before as well. Just keep them tightly covered so they don’t dry out. Save the white chocolate drizzle for just before serving.

 

Storage: Store leftover strawberry shortcake kebabs in the refrigerator tightly wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 3 days. Freezing the kebabs is not recommended.

Keto Strawberry Shortcake Kebabs

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams of carbs are in strawberries?

1 cup of fresh strawberries have around 7.9 g net carbs.

How many carbs are in strawberry shortcake?

Regular strawberry shortcake can have 45 grams of carbs and around 25 grams of sugar.

What berries are considered keto?

Berries are your best fruit option when eating low carb. Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries are all fair game. Just watch portions since carbs add up.

About the Author
Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Annie is a Doctor of Pharmacy, mom, and the recipe creator behind KetoFocus. With a B.S. in Genetics from UC Davis, she has over 14 years of experience developing family-friendly keto recipes based on the science of human metabolism.

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