Description
A visually stunning and delicious dessert featuring layers of fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and buttery shortcake. Perfect for any occasion, these trifles are easy to assemble and customize.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons (15g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (300g) shortcake or pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries. Toss them in a bowl with granulated sugar and vanilla extract. Let them sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate.
- In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
- Cut the shortcake or pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
- Start assembling the trifles by layering cake cubes at the bottom of a glass. Add a spoonful of macerated strawberries, then a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until the glass is full, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with a strawberry slice or mint leaf. Optionally, sprinkle crushed graham crackers or drizzle chocolate for extra flair.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours before serving. Add the garnish just before serving.
Notes
For the fluffiest whipped cream, chill your mixing bowl and beaters beforehand. Let the strawberries macerate thoroughly to enhance their flavor. Use a piping bag for a cleaner look when layering the whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 trifle
- Calories: 250300
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake, Trifles, Easy Dessert, Summer Dessert, Layered Dessert