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Light and Fluffy Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

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A light and airy summer dessert featuring layers of angel food cake, macerated strawberries, and homemade vanilla whipped cream. Perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel food cake, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Optional: toasted almonds for crunch

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to macerate.
  2. Chill mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge for 10-15 minutes. Pour heavy cream into the chilled bowl, add vanilla extract, and beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes).
  3. Tear or cut angel food cake into roughly 1-inch chunks.
  4. In a serving bowl or individual glasses, layer angel food cake pieces, spoon macerated strawberries and syrup over the cake, then dollop whipped cream. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  5. Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
  6. Garnish with whole strawberries, mint leaves, or toasted almonds just before serving.

Notes

Chill mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream to help it whip faster and hold shape. Do not overbeat cream to avoid turning it into butter. Let trifle chill for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and cake to absorb strawberry syrup without becoming soggy. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream. For gluten-free, use gluten-free sponge cake or ladyfingers instead of angel food cake.

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

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