Description
Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits are the ultimate summer dessert, combining luscious layers of fresh strawberries, airy whipped cream, and soft cake. This delightful treat is as visually appealing as it is delicious, making it perfect for any occasion—from picnics to dinner parties. With minimal prep time and a few simple ingredients, these parfaits deliver blissful bites that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups shortcake or pound cake, crumbled
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit until juicy.
- Whip the cream: In a bowl, whisk heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble: In parfait glasses, layer crumbled cake, strawberries, and whipped cream; repeat until filled.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg