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Strawberry Shortcake Trifles

Strawberry Shortcake Trifles

Strawberry Shortcake Trifles are a fresh and elegant no-bake dessert featuring layers of juicy strawberries tossed with sugar, fluffy cake cubes, and lightly whipped cream flavored with vanilla. Perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion, this easy-to-assemble dessert offers a customizable, light, and refreshing treat that can be prepared ahead for convenience.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 1 lb fresh ripe strawberries, washed, hulled, and thinly sliced
  • 1–2 tablespoons sugar (for tossing with strawberries)

Whipped Cream

  • 1 cup chilled heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cake Layers

  • About 6–8 oz cake of choice (angel food cake, pound cake, or classic shortcakes), cut into bite-sized cubes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Fresh Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them thinly. Toss the slices with 1-2 tablespoons of sugar to bring out their natural juices. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes to macerate.
  2. Whip the Cream: Using a chilled bowl and beaters, whip 1 cup of cold heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This will add a light and sweet texture to the trifles.
  3. Cut the Cake into Cubes: Select your preferred cake base such as angel food cake, pound cake, or classic shortcakes, and cut it into bite-sized cubes that fit well in your serving glasses.
  4. Layer the Trifles: In clear glasses or jars, begin layering with a portion of cake cubes, followed by a spoonful of the sugared strawberries with their syrup, and then a generous dollop of whipped cream. Repeat these layers until you reach the top of the container. Finish with whipped cream and garnish with a few whole strawberries.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled trifles for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and for the cake to soften slightly, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cake cubes to absorb strawberry juices evenly without becoming mushy.
  • Chill mixing tools before whipping cream for perfect soft peaks.
  • Do not over-sweeten strawberries to let their natural flavor shine.
  • Use clear glasses for an attractive presentation of the layers.
  • Prepare the trifles up to 24 hours in advance and keep refrigerated for best flavor melding.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Assembly / No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 trifle (approx. 1 cup)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Strawberry shortcake, trifle, no-bake dessert, whipped cream, fresh strawberries, layered dessert