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Strawberry Shortcake Cups

Strawberry Shortcake Cups Recipe

Fresh strawberry shortcake cups layered with soft cake and fluffy cream—light, elegant, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Cups
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups vanilla sponge cake or pound cake cubed
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Toss strawberries with sugar and lemon juice
  2. Cut cake into bite-sized cubes
  3. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla
  4. Layer cake, strawberries, and cream in cups
  5. Chill briefly and serve

Notes

Do not overwhip the cream; soft peaks give the best texture.

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