Experience the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and fruity with The Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake. This no-fuss dessert combines the lightness of angel food cake with the rich flavor of cream cheese and the juicy freshness of strawberries. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s both simple to prepare and deliciously satisfying, making it ideal for summer get-togethers or whenever you crave something sweet and refreshing.
With the sweetness of the strawberries balanced by the smooth cream cheese mixture, this shortcake is a delightful treat that’s easy to assemble but delivers on flavor. It’s an effortless way to impress your guests with a classic dessert that never goes out of style.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours
Serving: 12 servings
Equipment: 13×9-inch dish, electric mixer
The Ultimate Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 quart fresh strawberries (use more if desired)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) container frozen whipped topping
- 1 (14-ounce) angel food cake, cut into cubes (pre-made cake works perfectly)
Directions:
- Wash, stem, and cut the strawberries in half. Add the sugar, toss to mix well, and chill in the refrigerator.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and well combined.
- Fold in the whipped topping and the cubed angel food cake until everything is evenly mixed.
- Spread the cake mixture into an ungreased 13×9-inch dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- When ready to serve, cut the cake into squares and top each piece with the chilled strawberries.
This easy and delicious strawberry shortcake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. The combination of cream, cake, and berries creates a sweet, refreshing treat that everyone will love!