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Easy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Recipe with Fluffy Layers Perfect for Summer Dessert

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A light and refreshing layered dessert featuring fluffy whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and angel food or pound cake, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced or quartered
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 10 ounces angel food cake or store-bought pound cake, cubed
  • 1½ cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup cottage cheese (optional, small-curd and well-drained)

Instructions

  1. Macerate the strawberries: In a large bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with ½ cup granulated sugar. Let sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to draw out juices and create syrup.
  2. Prepare the cake: Cut the angel food or pound cake into roughly 1-inch cubes. Optionally, toast cubes in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes and let cool.
  3. Make the whipped cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer or whisk on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Gently fold in cottage cheese if using, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Assemble the trifle: In a trifle dish or clear glass bowl, layer cake cubes, spoonfuls of macerated strawberries with syrup, and whipped cream. Repeat layers until the dish is full, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  5. Chill before serving: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let flavors meld and cake soak up juices while remaining fluffy.

Notes

Use chilled bowl and cream for best whipped cream results. Toast cake cubes lightly for extra texture. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead but consume within that time to avoid sogginess. Cottage cheese is optional for creaminess. Frozen strawberries must be thawed and drained well.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, trifle, summer dessert, easy dessert, layered dessert, whipped cream, angel food cake

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