Strawberry Shortcake Trifles
These strawberry shortcake trifles are bursting with sweet berries, buttery vanilla cake, and layers of fluffy whipped cream cheese filling. A refreshing and beautiful dessert perfect for summer parties or anytime you want to impress!
Ingredients
Cake Layer:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 12 Tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Strawberry Layer:
- 2 lbs fresh strawberries diced
- 3 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar
Cream Layer:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare baking sheet.
- Whisk dry ingredients. Cream butter, sugar, and zest. Add eggs and vanilla.
- Alternate flour mixture and sour cream until just combined.
- Spread in pan and bake 20–24 min. Cool and cut 24 rounds.
- Toss str
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare baking sheet.
- Whisk dry ingredients. Cream butter, sugar, and zest. Add eggs and vanilla.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/strawberry-shortcake-trifles/
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can bake the cake and prepare the cream up to 1 day in advance. Store separately and assemble before serving.
- Serving Dish: Mini mason jars, glass tumblers, or dessert cups work beautifully.
- Fruit Swaps: Blueberries, raspberries, or peaches also work wonderfully.