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Easy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

Easy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

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Indulge in the delightful layers of our Easy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle, a refreshing summer dessert that combines fluffy lemon cake, sweet strawberries, and luscious whipped cream cheese. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or just a sweet treat at home, this trifle not only looks stunning but is also incredibly simple to prepare. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth. Customize it by using your favorite fruits or serving it in individual cups for a personal touch. Enjoy this elegant dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 TBSP Cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp Baking powder
  • 6 TBSP Unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup White granulated sugar
  • Zest of a small lemon
  • 3/4 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 lb Strawberries (rinsed, dried, and cut into small cubes)
  • 2 TBSP White granulated sugar
  • 4 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup Powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 cup Heavy cream (cold)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, baking soda and powder.
  2. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add lemon zest and vanilla; then mix in eggs one at a time followed by sour cream.
  3. Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just blended. Pour into greased pan and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before cubing.
  4. Toss diced strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  5. Beat cream cheese with vanilla until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  6. In a trifle dish or cups, layer cake cubes, strawberries, and cream mixture repeatedly until ingredients are used up. Top with remaining whipped cream.
  7. Chill for at least an hour before serving.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 325
  • Sugar: 29g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 56mg