Quick Strawberry Shortcake Cups
Enjoy a delightful and easy-to-make dessert with these Quick Strawberry Shortcake Cups. Layers of sweet strawberries, fluffy cake, and creamy whipped topping create a perfect treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (very cold)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 (10-12 ounce) store-bought angel food cake or pound cake
Instructions
- Combine sliced strawberries and sugar; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Crumble cake into bite-sized pieces.
- Layer crumbled cake in serving cups.
- Spoon strawberries and juices over the cake layer.
- Top with whipped cream.
- Repeat layers, ending with whipped cream.
- Garnish with strawberry and mint if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
Notes
For best results, use ripe, in-season strawberries. You can also add a touch of lemon zest to the strawberries for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Sodium: 50mg