Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with this Easy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle. This delightful dessert layers fluffy lemon cake, luscious whipped cream cheese, and ripe strawberries to create a visually stunning and delicious treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, celebrating a barbecue, or enjoying a cozy night in, this trifle is sure to impress. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can create a dessert that’s not only quick but also bursting with flavor. It’s light, creamy, and loved by both kids and adults alike—ideal for family gatherings or simply treating yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
- Beat unsalted butter and sugar until fluffy. Add lemon zest and vanilla; mix well. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until combined. Pour into greased pan and bake for 15 minutes; let cool before cubing.
- Toss strawberries with sugar; let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
- Mix cream cheese with vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer cake cubes, strawberries, and whipped mixture in a trifle dish or cups as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg