Description
Indulge in Individual Strawberry Shortcake Trifles, a perfect blend of fluffy angel food cake, creamy whipped topping, and fresh strawberries. These elegant dessert cups evoke memories of summer picnics and celebrations while adding a touch of sophistication to any gathering. Easy to prepare and customizable with seasonal fruits, these trifles are not just a dessert but a delightful experience that will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup angel food cake, cubed
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (plus 1 tbsp for strawberries)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare strawberries by tossing them with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Set aside.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Layer the dessert: Add angel food cake cubes at the bottom of serving cups, followed by strawberries and whipped cream. Repeat layers until cups are full.
- Garnish with a whole strawberry or crushed cake before chilling briefly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required (layering)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Swap strawberries for blueberries or raspberries for variety. Use store-bought cake to save time or add extra flavor with additional vanilla in the whipped cream.