Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes | Servings: 8
Introduction
Easy strawberry shortcake trifle recipe with whipped cream and fresh strawberries is a delightful layered dessert featuring soft cake, juicy strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream in every bite. This elegant yet simple dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, holidays, birthdays, or anytime you want a sweet treat that looks impressive without requiring much effort. The fresh strawberry sauce soaks into the cake, creating irresistible layers of flavor and texture. Best of all, this make-ahead dessert tastes even better after chilling.
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pound cake or angel food cake, cut into cubes (16 oz / 450 g)
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced (600 g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (480 ml)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (30 g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Combine sliced strawberries with granulated sugar in a bowl and let them rest for 15 minutes until juicy.
- Make the whipped cream: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Layer the cake: Place a layer of cake cubes in the bottom of a trifle dish or serving bowl.
- Add strawberries: Spoon some of the sweetened strawberries and their juices over the cake.
- Add whipped cream: Spread a layer of whipped cream over the strawberries.
- Repeat the layers: Continue layering cake, strawberries, and whipped cream until all ingredients are used, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and enjoy chilled.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use store-bought whipped topping?
Yes, whipped topping is a convenient substitute for homemade whipped cream.
Q2: Can I prepare this dessert ahead of time?
Yes, it can be made up to one day in advance and kept refrigerated.
Q3: Can I use other berries?
Absolutely. Blueberries, raspberries, or mixed berries are delicious additions to this easy strawberry shortcake trifle recipe with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.