Imagine transforming an ordinary store-bought angel food cake into a restaurant-worthy dessert that will have your guests begging for seconds! This grilled angel food cake with nectarines and blueberries is not just a dessert—it's a culinary adventure that combines the lightness of cake, the smokiness of the grill, and the fresh burst of summer fruits. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a stunning treat that looks like it came straight from a gourmet kitchen, but is surprisingly simple to prepare.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought angel food cake
- 2 ripe nectarines, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- While the grill is heating, prepare the nectarines by washing and slicing them into 1/2-inch thick wedges. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey and lemon juice to create a light glaze for the fruit. This will enhance the natural sweetness and add a bright, tangy flavor.
- Carefully slice the store-bought angel food cake into 4-6 thick pieces, ensuring each slice is sturdy enough to be grilled without falling apart.
- Brush each slice of angel food cake lightly with a small amount of vegetable oil or use a non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking to the grill.
- Place the cake slices on the preheated grill and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until light golden grill marks appear. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- During the last minute of grilling, add the nectarine slices to the grill. Brush with the honey-lemon glaze and grill for about 30-60 seconds per side until they have light caramelization.
- Remove the grilled cake and nectarines from the heat and arrange on serving plates.
- Top the grilled cake with warm grilled nectarine slices and scatter fresh blueberries around the plate.
- Drizzle any remaining honey-lemon glaze over the dessert and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Serve immediately while the cake is still warm and slightly crispy from grilling, enjoying the contrast of textures and flavors.
Tips
- Choose a firm, fresh angel food cake to ensure it doesn't crumble on the grill. Day-old cake works best.
- Make sure your grill is clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking and get beautiful grill marks.
- Watch the cake closely while grilling—it can burn quickly due to its high sugar content.
- For extra flavor, try adding a light brush of melted butter or vanilla extract before grilling.
- If you don't have an outdoor grill, a cast-iron grill pan works perfectly.
- Serve immediately after grilling to enjoy the contrast between the warm, crispy cake and cool, fresh fruits.
- For a more decadent version, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 228kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
