Description
Celebrate love with these gorgeous Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits, featuring heart-shaped strawberry slices for a romantic twist. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion that calls for a sweet and elegant dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 store-bought pound cake (or homemade), cut into cubes
- Heart-shaped cookie cutter (small size)
Instructions
- Prep the Strawberries: Slice the strawberries into 1/4-inch slices. Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut hearts from the strawberry slices. Set aside the scraps for layering.
- Make the Whipped Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Keep chilled until ready to use.
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Assemble the Parfaits:
- In a clear glass or jar, add a layer of pound cake cubes.
- Add a spoonful of whipped cream, spreading evenly.
- Add a layer of heart-shaped strawberry slices, along with the scraps for extra flavor.
- Repeat the layers until the glass is full, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Garnish: Top with a few heart-shaped strawberry slices for decoration.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pound cake to save time, or make a homemade version if preferred.
- The heart-shaped cookie cutter adds a fun, festive touch, especially for occasions like Valentine’s Day!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg