Easy Mini Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Cups
A quick and easy summer dessert featuring layers of fresh macerated strawberries, store-bought pound cake, and homemade whipped cream, perfect for parties or casual treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 small loaf (about 10 ounces) store-bought pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Macerate the strawberries: In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries with granulated sugar. Toss gently and let sit for about 10 minutes to release juices.
- Prepare the pound cake: Cut the store-bought pound cake into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- Whip the cream: In a cold mixing bowl, combine chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
- Assemble the trifle cups: Layer pound cake cubes at the bottom of each cup, spoon macerated strawberries and syrup over the cake, then add a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat layers once more, finishing with whipped cream and a strawberry slice on top.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the assembled trifles for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors and soften the cake slightly.
Notes
Do not oversoak the pound cake to avoid sogginess. Chill tools before whipping cream for best texture. Adjust sugar in whipped cream based on strawberry sweetness. Can prepare components ahead and assemble just before serving or chill overnight for better flavor melding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One mini trifle cup
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, trifle cups, summer dessert, easy dessert, quick dessert, fresh strawberries, pound cake, whipped cream