Classic Strawberry Shortcake Trifle: Easy Indulgence for Everyone
A delightful and easy-to-make dessert that layers strawberries, cake, and whipped cream, creating a classic indulgence for everyone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound store-bought cake (sponge or pound cake)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with a little sugar and let them sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Cut the cake into pieces and prepare to layer in a trifle dish.
- Start with a layer of cake, followed by a layer of strawberries, then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of orange juice to the strawberries.
- You can substitute with different fruits like blueberries or raspberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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