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Mini Shortcake Cups

Mini Shortcake Cups


  • Author: Recipe Inspire
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 mini cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mini Shortcake Cups are light, creamy, and layered with sweet berries, fluffy whipped cream, and soft cake pieces. Served in individual cups, they’re the perfect easy dessert for parties, picnics, BBQs, and summer celebrations.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 prepared pound cake or angel food cake, cubed
  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Instructions

  1. Prepare berries: In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
  2. Prepare cups: Place a layer of cake cubes into small serving cups or jars.
  3. Add a layer of strawberries, blueberries, and whipped topping.
  4. Repeat layers until cups are filled.
  5. Finish: Top with extra whipped cream, berries, and mint leaves if desired.
  6. Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Use clear cups or mason jars for a beautiful layered presentation. You can swap berries with peaches, raspberries, or cherries for different seasonal variations.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cup
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: mini shortcake cups, berry shortcake dessert, layered dessert cups, easy summer dessert, strawberry shortcake cups