Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Shortcake Trifles, where each bite captures the essence of summer. This easy-to-make dessert features fluffy sponge cake, sweet ripe strawberries, and luscious whipped cream, creating a beautiful and satisfying treat. Perfect for gatherings or a special after-dinner indulgence, these trifles are not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With minimal preparation time and straightforward steps, you can impress family and friends with this refreshing dessert that blends sweetness and creaminess beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 package (10 oz) sponge cake or ladyfingers
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and slice the strawberries. Toss with one tablespoon of sugar if desired.
- Make Whipped Cream: In a mixing bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until soft peaks form.
- Layer Ingredients: In serving cups, layer sponge cake or ladyfingers, followed by whipped cream and sliced strawberries. Repeat layers until cups are full.
- Chill: Refrigerate assembled trifles for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with additional whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices just before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg