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Creamy Mini Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Cups

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These creamy mini strawberry shortcake trifle cups combine layers of sweet strawberries, mascarpone cream, and tender pound cake for an easy yet elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces pound cake, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Macerate the Strawberries (10 minutes): Toss sliced strawberries with granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes until glossy and juicy.
  2. Prepare the Cream Mixture (15 minutes): In a large bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using. Beat until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture until light and fluffy.
  3. Cube the Pound Cake (5 minutes): Cut pound cake into 1-inch cubes, ensuring uniform size for neat layering.
  4. Assemble the Trifle Cups (10 minutes): Layer in each cup starting with pound cake cubes, then macerated strawberries with juice, followed by mascarpone cream. Repeat layers once or twice depending on cup size. Finish with a swirl of cream and strawberry slices for garnish.
  5. Chill Before Serving (at least 1 hour): Refrigerate the assembled cups for at least one hour to meld flavors and allow cake to absorb moisture without becoming soggy.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best flavor. If mascarpone is too stiff, loosen with a splash of milk. Fold whipped cream gently to keep mixture airy. Chill at least one hour before serving to prevent soggy cake. Optional lemon zest adds brightness. For dairy-free, substitute mascarpone with coconut cream and use dairy-free pound cake. For gluten-free, use almond flour pound cake or gluten-free muffins.

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