31 Skewered Desserts That Prove Sweets Taste Better on a Stick

Felicia Lim
·7 min read

When we think of skewers, kebabs or kabobs (depending on how you like to call them) and meat on a stick in general, we often think of savory skewers. These spikes are mostly threaded with some tasty kind of chicken, steak, fish or vegetables.

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It's time to go switch up your kebab ingredients however and give sweet dessert skewers a try. Here are 31 skewered desserts to prove nothing is sweeter in the summer than a stick loaded with goodies. Browse through them, make sure to pin a few favorites and get ready to indulge in a whole new dessert concept.

The Best Skewered Dessert Recipes

There are plenty of things you can put on a stick that go beyond s'mores—from fresh fruits and marshmallows, to brownies, French toast—even strawberry shortcake skewers.

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If you've got a sweet tooth and enjoy your sweet treats, then you're going to love these skewered dessert recipes. The options are endless, including Banana Split Kabobs, Rainbow Fruit Kabobs, Strawberry Brownie Skewers and Chai French Toast Skewers.

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<p>Handle the Heat</p><p>This fun, fresh and festive recipe for grilled strawberry shortcake skewers is the ultimate summer dessert that everyone will love!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.handletheheat.com/grilled-strawberry-shortcake-skewers-blueberry-glaze-2/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Skewers with Blueberry Glaze;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Skewers with Blueberry Glaze</a></strong></p>
<p>Dinner at the Zoo</p><p>This recipe for fruit kabobs is a rainbow of fruit served on skewers with a yogurt dipping sauce. An easy and healthy snack that the kids will devour!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/fruit-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Rainbow Fruit Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Rainbow Fruit Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Garnish with Lemon</p><p>These adorable gluten-free mini pancake skewers can be served warm or at room temperature – perfect finger food for your holiday brunch menu!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.garnishwithlemon.com/gluten-free-mini-pancake-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Gluten-Free Mini Pancake Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Gluten-Free Mini Pancake Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Strength and Sunshine</p><p>What’s better than a chocolate-covered strawberry? Chocolate Covered Strawberries on a Stick! Turn the classic chocolate treat into a fun, fruity, handheld dessert, fit for any celebration!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://strengthandsunshine.com/chocolate-covered-strawberry-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Covered Strawberry Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Covered Strawberry Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Erica's Sweet Tooth</p><p>What could be better than strawberries and brownies on a single stick?</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.ericasweettooth.com/2013/07/strawberry-brownie-kabobs.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Brownie Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Brownie Kabobs</a></strong></p>
<p>A Healthy Life for Me</p><p>Watermelon feta blackberry skewers are the perfect easy patriotic fresh and healthy appetizer recipe.Each bite gives you a refreshing bit of watermelon, salty feta and sweet blackberry.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://ahealthylifeforme.com/watermelon-feta-blackberry-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Watermelon Feta Blackberry Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Watermelon Feta Blackberry Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Unbound Wellness</p><p>These paleo pancake skewers are the perfect thing to serve at brunch! They’re gluten free, grain free, egg free and vegan.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://unboundwellness.com/paleo-pancake-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Paleo Pancake Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Paleo Pancake Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>My Vega</p><p>These dessert fruit skewers with raw chocolate cookie balls will make you want to skip dinner and head straight for dessert.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://myvega.com/blogs/recipes/dessert-fruit-skewers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Dessert Fruit Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Dessert Fruit Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Cincy Shopper</p><p>Super simple pancakes in a heart shape stacked with strawberries and whipped cream to make a pancake kabob.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cincyshopper.com/heart-pancake-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Heart Pancake Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Heart Pancake Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Grace and Good Eats</p><p>Strawberry banana pancake skewers- could easily use other fruits and would be yummy drizzled with nutella or syrup!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.graceandgoodeats.com/strawberry-banana-pancake-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Banana Pancake Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Banana Pancake Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Paleo OMG</p><p>These mini brownie batter pancake skewers could be made into big boy pancakes as well. But anything mini makes things cuter, and instantly taste better.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://paleomg.com/brownie-batter-pancake-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Brownie Batter Pancake Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Brownie Batter Pancake Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Tastes Better from Scratch</p><p>If you’re looking for a fun and patriotic recipe idea for a summer bbq or party, these fruit sparklers are a guaranteed crowd favorite!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/fruit-sparklers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fruit Sparklers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Fruit Sparklers</a></strong></p>
<p>Cooking with Karli</p><p>Chocolate dipped strawberry skewers are a fun, festive, portable dessert that combines the classic flavors of strawberries and chocolate. Perfect for Valentines or anniversaries!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cookingwithkarli.com/chocolate-dipped-strawberry-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>High Heels and Grills</p><p>These strawberry shortcake kabobs are an easy dessert recipe for parties or dinner. They take your favorite parts of strawberry shortcake and put them in a few, easy bites!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.highheelsandgrills.com/strawberry-shortcake-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: </strong><a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/42-no-bake-cheesecake-recipes-194526675.html" data-ylk="slk:42 Best No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link"><strong>42 Best No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes</strong></a></p>
<p>One Little Project</p><p>These strawberry brownie skewers are such an easy dessert recipe!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://onelittleproject.com/strawberry-brownie-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Brownie Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Brownie Skewers</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/easy-50-old-cookie-recipe-123000690.html" data-ylk="slk:I Tried Reddit's "Strawberry Fluffies" from the 1970s;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">I Tried Reddit's "Strawberry Fluffies" from the 1970s</a></strong></p>
<p>I Heart Naptime</p><p>Chocolate strawberry dessert kabobs filled with strawberries, marshmallows, brownies and chocolate. So easy and perfect for entertaining!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.iheartnaptime.net/dessert-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Strawberry Dessert Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Strawberry Dessert Kabobs</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/people-love-aldi-chocolate-bars-113000706.html" data-ylk="slk:Aldi Chocolate Bars: Ranking the 10 Best;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Aldi Chocolate Bars: Ranking the 10 Best</a></strong></p>
<p>Rachl Mansfield</p><p>These PB&J stuffed french toast skewers are dairy free and oozing with creamy peanut butter and strawberry jelly in each bite.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://rachlmansfield.com/pj-stuffed-french-toast-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Peanut Butter and Jelly Stuffed French Toast Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Peanut Butter and Jelly Stuffed French Toast Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Bless Her Heart Y'All</p><p>These gluten-free waffle skewers make breakfast fun and tasty. The sweet brown sugar waffles go great with fresh berries and creamy whipped cream.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://blessherheartyall.com/gluten-free-waffle-skewers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Gluten-Free Waffle Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Gluten-Free Waffle Skewers</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/16-mini-waffle-recipes-prove-152932515.html" data-ylk="slk:16 Mini Waffle Recipes That Prove Bigger Isn't Always Better;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">16 Mini Waffle Recipes That Prove Bigger Isn't Always Better</a></strong></p>
<p>Betsy Life</p><p>Grilled shortcake skewers are a fun and easy summer dessert recipe. Grilled fruit kabobs, grilled pound cake and whipped cream are all you need for a festive parfait.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://betsylife.com/grilled-shortcake-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Grilled Shortcake Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Grilled Shortcake Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Rachel Cooks</p><p>Full of warm spices, these Chai French Toast Skewers are a fun take on French toast that can even be made ahead! They’re a must-make for your next brunch!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.rachelcooks.com/2017/12/13/chai-french-toast/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chai French Toast;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chai French Toast</a></strong></p>
<p>Belly Full</p><p>Dessert Fruit Kabobs are such an easy and fun way to serve a sweet treat, and perfect for summer because they’re no bake. Using fresh blueberries, strawberries, Angel food cake, and white chocolate, these ones are perfect for any occasion!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://bellyfull.net/red-white-and-blue-dessert-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Dessert Fruit Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Dessert Fruit Kabobs</a></strong></p>
<p>Oh Nuts</p><p>These honey cake skewers with honey caramel sauce are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.ohnuts.com/blog/honey-cake-skewers-with-honey-caramel-sauce-for-rosh-hashanah/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Honey Cake Skewers with Honey Caramel Sauce;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Honey Cake Skewers with Honey Caramel Sauce</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/box-jiffy-cornbread-mix-taste-213055679.html" data-ylk="slk:How to Make a Box of Jiffy Cornbread Mix Taste 10x Better;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">How to Make a Box of Jiffy Cornbread Mix Taste 10x Better</a></strong></p>
<p>A Latte Food</p><p>These adorable skewers are so easy to make! Made with Belgian waffles, strawberries, and homemade whipped cream, these skewers are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any special day!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.alattefood.com/strawberry-waffle-skewers/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Waffles Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Waffles Skewers</a></strong></p>
<p>Sarah Bakes Gluten Free</p><p>These mini fruit kabobs with a dairy-free citrus fruit dip are the perfect summer treat!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.sarahbakesgfree.com/2015/06/dairy-free-citrus-fruit-dip-and-mini.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Dairy-Free Citrus Fruit Dip and Mini Fruit Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Dairy-Free Citrus Fruit Dip and Mini Fruit Kabobs</a></strong></p>
<p>This summer, add grilled fruits kabobs to your barbecue spread. Grilling fruit caramelizes the natural sugars in them for a sweet, easy and healthy dessert!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/grilled-fruit/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Grilled Fruit Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Grilled Fruit Kabobs</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/katie-courics-lemony-5-minute-233000596.html" data-ylk="slk:I Tried Katie Couric's Grilled Branzino Recipe;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">I Tried Katie Couric's Grilled Branzino Recipe</a></strong></p>
<p>Divas Can Cook</p><p>Learn how to make easy strawberry shortcake dessert kabobs! Perfect dessert kabob recipe for cookouts, grilling, parties.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://divascancook.com/dessert-kabobs-strawberry-shortcake-kabobs-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Shortcake Dessert Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Shortcake Dessert Kabobs</a></strong></p>
<p>Lemon Tree Dwelling</p><p>These banana split kabobs are a simple, fun treat that comes together in no time at all! All the flavors of a banana split, on a stick!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lemontreedwelling.com/banana-split-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Banana Split Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Banana Split Kabobs</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/willie-nelsons-famous-chocolate-banana-123000546.html" data-ylk="slk:I Tried Willie Nelson's 'Famous' Banana Bread Recipe;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">I Tried Willie Nelson's 'Famous' Banana Bread Recipe</a></strong></p>
<p>Hummusapien</p><p>A tasty and super simple treat or snack, these healthy chocolate-drizzled fruit kabobs will be a favorite among kids and adults alike!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.hummusapien.com/chocolate-drizzled-fruit-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Chocolate Drizzled Fruit Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Chocolate Drizzled Fruit Kabobs</a></strong></p>
<p>Magic happens when s’mores meet fresh strawberries and brownies in these strawberry brownie skewers!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cupcakesandcashmere.com/food/strawberry-brownie-skewers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry Brownie Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry Brownie Skewers</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/patriotic-brownie-stars-win-4th-161727515.html" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Brownie Stars Recipe;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">Patriotic Brownie Stars Recipe</a></strong></p>
<p>Spend with Pennies</p><p>Rainbow fruit kabobs are an easy and fun way to serve fresh fruit at your next summer gathering.Choose your favorite fruits and thread them onto skewers to create these delicious skewers.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.spendwithpennies.com/fruit-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Rainbow Fruit Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Rainbow Fruit Kabobs</a></strong></p>
<p>Delicious Little Bites</p><p>These fruit kabobs are the perfect treat for adults and kids this summer. Fresh fruit is combined with classic rice krispies treats and sprinkles for a fun and easy, grab-and-go dessert.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://deliciouslittlebites.com/fruit-kabobs/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fruit and Rice Krispie Kabobs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Fruit and Rice Krispie Kabobs</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.i929fm.com/lifestyle/secret-ingredient-extra-chewy-rice-000000972.html" data-ylk="slk:How to Make Extra Chewy Rice Krispies Treats;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">How to Make Extra Chewy Rice Krispies Treats</a></strong></p>

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