Easy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Jars
A quick and easy dessert featuring layers of moist cake, macerated fresh strawberries, and whipped cream served in charming individual jars. Perfect for busy days and special occasions alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 8 ounces pound cake or angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Optional: lemon zest
- Optional: mint leaves for garnish
- Optional: sliced almonds or crushed graham crackers for crunch
Instructions
- Macerate the strawberries by combining sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar in a mixing bowl. Toss gently and let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to draw out juices.
- Cut the pound cake or angel food cake into 1-inch cubes. Optionally, toast lightly under a broiler for 1-2 minutes if the cake is very fresh and soft.
- Whip the cold heavy cream with vanilla extract and powdered sugar using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Avoid overbeating.
- Assemble the trifle jars by layering about one-third of the cake cubes at the bottom of each jar, followed by a layer of macerated strawberries with some juice, then a generous dollop of whipped cream. Repeat layers until jars are full, finishing with whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with a few strawberry slices or a sprig of mint. Chill the jars in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
Use cold heavy cream and whip until soft peaks form to avoid grainy texture. Toast cake cubes lightly if very fresh to prevent sogginess. Macerate strawberries for at least 10 minutes for best flavor. Chill assembled jars for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days. Avoid freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
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