strawberry shortcake cups
Delight in these easy-to-make strawberry shortcake cups, combining fresh strawberries, fluffy shortcake pieces, and whipped cream for a perfect handheld dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 pre-made pound cake or shortcake loaf, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and set aside for 10 minutes to macerate.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Layer the strawberry shortcake cups by adding a few cubes of pound cake at the bottom of each serving cup.
- Add a spoonful of the macerated strawberries over the cake cubes.
- Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
- Repeat layers if desired and finish with a strawberry slice on top for garnish.
- Chill the cups for 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
For a fun variation, add a drizzle of melted chocolate or a sprinkle of toasted almonds on top before serving.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/strawberry-shortcake-cups/