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Irresistible Easy Strawberry Shortcake

Irresistible Easy Strawberry Shortcake for Summer Bliss

This Irresistible Easy Strawberry Shortcake combines fresh strawberries, fluffy cake, and whipped cream for a delightful summer dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Washed and hulled
  • 2 tablespoons White Sugar Adjust based on strawberry sweetness
For the Cake Base
  • 4 cups Prepared Sponge Cake Dessert Cups Store-bought or homemade
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Serving bowls
  • spoon
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and hull 2 cups of fresh strawberries. Slice them into quarters and place in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of white sugar, then toss to coat. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Assemble the Dessert: Place one sponge cake dessert cup in each serving bowl. Spoon sweetened strawberry mixture over each cup, letting juices soak into the sponge.
  3. Top with Whipped Cream: Add a generous dollop of whipped cream atop each cake and strawberry layer. Create a swirl with a spatula or spoon.
  4. Serve Immediately: For best texture, serve the shortcake immediately after assembly. Optionally add fresh mint on top for color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness. Adjust sugar to taste based on strawberry sweetness. Serve immediately to avoid sogginess.

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