Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Recipe
A delightful and easy-to-make Strawberry Shortcake Trifle that layers sweet macerated strawberries, creamy whipped cream cheese mixture, and airy angel food cake for a perfect no-bake dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Strawberries
- 2 pounds fresh strawberries
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for macerating strawberries)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese mixture)
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces tub whipped topping, thawed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Other
- 1 Angel food cake, cut into 1-inch pieces (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly and dry them well. Slice off the top of the strawberries and quarter each one to prepare for maceration.
- Macerate Strawberries: Place the quartered strawberries in a large bowl, sprinkle with ⅓ cup of granulated sugar and mix well. Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to allow the strawberries to release their juices and become sweetened.
- Make Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with ½ cup of granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined and fluffy.
- Assemble the Trifle: In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, add a layer of angel food cake pieces at the bottom. Spoon half of the macerated strawberries, including the juice, evenly over the cake. Then, spread half of the cream cheese and whipped topping mixture over the strawberries.
- Repeat the Layers: Add another layer of angel food cake pieces, followed by the remaining strawberries with their juice, and top with the remaining cream cheese mixture to complete the layers.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish the top with fresh whole strawberries or sliced strawberries for decoration. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing, creamy dessert.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh ripe strawberries.
- Allow sufficient time for strawberries to macerate to enhance sweetness and flavor.
- The angel food cake can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- Ensure the whipped topping is fully thawed and cold before folding into the cream cheese mixture for smooth texture.
- This dessert can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, fruity dessert option.
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake, Trifle, No-Bake Dessert, Cream Cheese Dessert, Angel Food Cake, Summer Dessert, Layered Dessert
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