Strawberry Shortcake Trifles
Strawberry Shortcake Trifles are the quintessential summer dessert, delivering a delightful combination of luscious fresh strawberries, airy whipped cream, and tender vanilla cake. Perfect for any occasion, these trifles not only look stunning but also evoke nostalgia with every bite, reminiscent of joyful picnics and sunny gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe features simple layers that can be customized to suit your taste or seasonal fruits. Serve them chilled for a refreshing dessert that impresses guests or satisfies your sweet cravings any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 18 minute
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for whipped cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
- 4 cups vanilla cake, cubed
- Additional sugar (to sprinkle on strawberries)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing and slicing them. Sprinkle with sugar and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
- Cut the vanilla cake into uniform cubes.
- In clear glasses or bowls, layer cake cubes, whipped cream, and strawberries. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Garnish with extra whipped cream and whole strawberries before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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