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Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
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Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

5 from 1 vote
This Strawberry Shortcake Trifle is the ultimate no-fuss Labor Day dessert! Layered with fluffy pound cake, juicy strawberries, creamy pudding, and whipped topping, it's a simple yet stunning treat perfect for warm summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 10.75 oz pound cake cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 oz whipped topping thawed
  • 3.4 oz vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 2 cups milk
Optional Garnish
  • fresh mint sprigs for garnish

Equipment

  • Trifle Bowl
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  2. In a trifle bowl or individual cups, layer half of the pound cake cubes at the bottom.
  3. Add half of the sliced strawberries evenly over the cake layer.
  4. Spread half of the vanilla pudding over the strawberries.
  5. Add half of the whipped topping over the pudding layer.
  6. Repeat layers with remaining cake, strawberries, pudding, and whipped topping.
  7. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs or whole strawberries, if desired.
  8. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Feel free to substitute vanilla pudding with lemon or chocolate flavors, and replace pound cake with angel food or sponge cake for variety. Best served chilled. Store leftovers tightly covered in the fridge for 2–3 days.
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