Strawberry Shortcake Jars
These easy Strawberry Shortcake Jars offer a delightful, individual-serving twist on the classic dessert. Featuring layers of fresh, juicy strawberries, light angel food or sponge cake, and fluffy whipped cream, this recipe is quick to assemble without baking skills. Perfect for parties, picnics, or an effortless sweet treat, these jars combine fresh, vibrant flavors with a charming presentation that’s both portable and customizable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free cake)
Ingredients
Strawberries
- Fresh strawberries – ripe and juicy, quantity as desired
- Sugar – a bit to sweeten and draw out juices (about 1-2 tbsp)
Cake
- Angel food cake or sponge cake – cut into small bite-sized cubes (about 1/2 cake or 4 cups cubed)
Whipped Cream
- Heavy cream – 1 cup, chilled
- Sugar – 1 tbsp (for the cream)
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice the fresh strawberries. Toss them gently with sugar and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes to release their natural juices, creating a sweet, syrupy base.
- Cut the Cake into Cubes: Trim angel food or sponge cake into small bite-sized cubes to ensure even layering that absorbs juices while remaining soft.
- Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Avoid overbeating to keep it light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Jars: Layer cake cubes at the bottom, add a spoonful of strawberries with juices, then a layer of whipped cream. Repeat layers until jars are filled, finishing with a dollop of cream and a strawberry on top for garnish.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the assembled jars for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors and allow the cake to soak up strawberry juices.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best natural sweetness and aroma.
- Chill cream, bowl, and beaters before whipping for optimal texture.
- Distribute cake, berries, and cream evenly for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Enjoy jars within a few hours of assembly for best texture.
- Mini mason jars work great for portion control and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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