Grilled Doughnuts

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Grilled Doughnuts

Ingredients:
8 glazed doughnuts
Nonstick cooking spray
1 recipe Mint Julep Dip
1 recipe Strawberry Basil Dip

Directions:
Heat charcoal or gas grill to medium-low. Coat doughnuts with cooking spray. Grill doughnuts, covered, until lightly browned, 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. Watch closely to avoid burning. Serve grilled doughnuts with Mint Julep Dip and Strawberry Basil Dip.

Strawberry Basil Dip

Ingredients:
6 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled (about 1 1/4 cups)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened (1/4 cup)
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon packed fresh basil leaves

Directions:
In a blender or small food processor combine strawberries, cream cheese, and honey. Cover; blend or process until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as necessary. Add basil; pulse until just chopped. Serve immediately.

Mint Julep Dip

Ingredients:
6 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon packed fresh mint leaves
6 ounces cream cheese, softened (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons bourbon

Directions:
In a small bowl combine sugar and mint leaves. Using a wooden spoon mash mint and sugar until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
In a blender container or food processor combine sugar mixture, cream cheese, milk, and bourbon. Cover; blend or process until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as necessary. Serve immediately.