Quick Strawberry Shortcake Cups
Experience the delightful taste of Quick Strawberry Shortcake Cups, a perfect treat for any occasion. These individual desserts combine sweetened strawberries, fluffy whipped cream, and crumbled cake, creating an elegant presentation without any baking required. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up these delicious cups that are ideal for family gatherings or spontaneous cravings. With the option to customize with various fruits or cakes, these strawberry shortcake cups are sure to impress with their fresh flavors and beautiful layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 10–12 ounces store-bought angel food cake or pound cake
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by combining sliced strawberries and sugar in a bowl; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Crumble the cake into bite-sized pieces.
- Layer crumbled cake at the bottom of serving cups, followed by macerated strawberries with their juices.
- Top with whipped cream and repeat layers until filled, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice and mint leaf if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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