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Strawberry Shortcake Party Shots Best Easy Dessert Cups

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Strawberry shortcake party shots are fun, layered mini dessert cups made with cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream, perfect for parties.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups pound cake or sponge cake, cubed
  • 2 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (if making whipped cream)
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese or mascarpone (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dice strawberries, then mix with sugar and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Cut cake into small cubes.
  3. Whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  4. Layer cake cubes into serving cups.
  5. Add a layer of strawberries with juices.
  6. Top with whipped cream.
  7. Repeat layers until cups are filled.
  8. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh strawberry.
  9. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh strawberries for best flavor.
  • Chill before serving for best results.
  • Do not overfill cups.
  • Assemble close to serving time.
  • Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 days.

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