Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh strawberries: 500g
- Heavy cream: 200ml
- Vanilla cake: 1 small box (about 300g)
- Sugar: 50g (for strawberries)
- Cookie crumbs: 100g
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 15 minutes (for strawberries)
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare the vanilla cake according to the box instructions.
- While the cake is baking, wash and hull the strawberries.
- In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream with a few spoonfuls of sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake is out of the oven and cooled, cut it into small cubes.
- Arrange the cake cubes in a trifle dish or large glass bowl.
- Top the cake cubes with a layer of strawberries, then add a layer of cookie crumbs.
- Repeat the layers, alternating between strawberries and cookie crumbs, until all ingredients are used up.
- Finally, pour the whipped cream over the top layer of strawberries.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 500-600 (depending on the brand of cake mix and cream)
Fat: 30-40g
Carbohydrates: 60-70g
Protein: 8-10g
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American dessert, trifles are known for their creamy and fruity layers that complement each other perfectly.
- The dish showcases fresh summer flavors and is suitable for any special occasion.
User Comments:
- "This trifle is a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors! The combination of fresh strawberries and creamy vanilla cake is irresistible."
- "The layers in this dessert are so pretty! It's a great way to impress guests with minimal effort."
- "This is a must-make for any strawberry lovers! The cookie crumbs add a nice crunch to the dish."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh strawberries for best results. If frozen strawberries are used, thaw them before using.
- Adjust the amount of sugar in the whipped cream according to your preference.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days before serving.
