Quick Strawberry Shortcake Cups
A delightful dessert combining fluffy whipped cream, juicy strawberries, and tender cake, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 cups shortcake (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Mix the chopped strawberries with the sugar in a bowl. Let them sit for about 10 minutes until they become juicy.
- Whip the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar together in another bowl until soft peaks form.
- Cut the store-bought shortcake into small pieces if using.
- Layer the shortcake pieces at the bottom of serving cups or bowls.
- Layer the strawberries over the shortcake, followed by a dollop of whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers until you reach the top of the cup, finishing with whipped cream and a few strawberry slices on top.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for a short while to let the flavors meld together before enjoying.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day. Keep ingredients separate if assembling in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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