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Strawberry Shortcake Trifle has layers of homemade strawberry sauce, luscious whipped cream and fluffy angel food cake. This combination of ingredients comes together to create the perfect bite

Individual Strawberry Shortcake Trifles

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Strawberry Shortcake Trifle is lite and fresh and makes the perfect summer dessert.  
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 -8 servings
Calories 634
Author Ronda Eagle | Kitchen Dreaming

Ingredients

  • 1 angel food cake , cut into 1-inch cubes

For the Strawberry Glaze

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons strawberry gelatin
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 cups fresh strawberries , quartered

For the Whipped Cream

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, stir together sugar, cornstarch, and gelatin; add water. Cook stirring over medium heat until thick. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Gently fold in the strawberries.. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  • Next, in a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form. Add the vanilla and whip until combined.
  • To assemble, place chunks of angel food cake on the bottom of a trifle dish or glass. Layer the whip cream over the cake. Top with strawberry sauce. Repeat the layers as needed.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

If you don't make your own whipped cream, then substitute your favorite store brand in.