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Easy Creamy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Cups

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A quick and easy summer dessert featuring layers of angel food cake, macerated strawberries, and a silky creamy filling made with mascarpone and whipped cream. Perfect for casual entertaining and warm-weather indulgence.

Ingredients

  • Angel food cake or sponge cake, cut into 1-inch cubes (store-bought works great for ease)
  • Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 2 cups)
  • Granulated sugar (1 tablespoon)
  • Heavy whipping cream, cold (1 cup)
  • Mascarpone cheese or cream cheese, softened (½ cup)
  • Powdered sugar (¼ cup), sifted
  • Pure vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Macerate the Strawberries (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar. Toss gently and let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Creamy Filling (10 minutes): In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese) with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to soft peaks using a hand or stand mixer.
  3. Combine the Creams: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture with a spatula, careful not to deflate the airiness.
  4. Cut the Cake: Slice your angel food or sponge cake into about 1-inch cubes.
  5. Assemble the Trifle Cups (5-7 minutes): In clear cups, layer cake cubes, creamy filling, and macerated strawberries with juice. Repeat layers and finish with a dollop of cream and fresh strawberry slices on top.
  6. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled trifle cups for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use cold heavy cream for best whipping results. Fold whipped cream gently into mascarpone to keep airy texture. Fresh cake is key for best texture. Macerate strawberries to bring out juices and sweetness. Can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated. For vegan version, substitute mascarpone with coconut cream and use dairy-free whipped topping.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, trifle cups, summer dessert, easy dessert, creamy dessert, angel food cake, mascarpone, whipped cream

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