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Easy Fresh Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Cups

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A quick and easy summer dessert featuring layers of fluffy cake, juicy strawberries, and whipped cream served in individual cups for a fresh and crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh hulled strawberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 6–8 ounces yellow or vanilla cake, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Macerate the strawberries by tossing hulled and sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and optional lemon zest in a large bowl. Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes until juices release.
  2. Prepare the whipped cream by pouring cold heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whip with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  3. Cube the yellow or vanilla cake into roughly 1-inch cubes, handling gently to avoid squishing.
  4. Assemble the trifle cups by layering cake cubes (2-3 tablespoons), macerated strawberries with syrup, and whipped cream in serving cups. Repeat layers until cups are full, finishing with whipped cream and a strawberry slice garnish.
  5. Chill the assembled trifle cups in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld without sogginess.

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid butter. Handle cake cubes gently to prevent mushiness. Chill briefly before serving to meld flavors without sogginess. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained. For dairy-free, substitute coconut whipped cream and dairy-free cake.

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