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Healthy Strawberry shortcake cup with vanilla cake, fresh coconut whipped cream, and strawberries.

Healthy Strawberry Shortcake Cups (Dairy-Free!)

These light & fresh Strawberry Shortcake Cups are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Made with gluten-free vanilla cake, fresh strawberries, and dairy-free whipped cream, they're a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 503 kcal

Equipment

  • 6 Small Glass Jars

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Cups Gluten-Free Vanilla Cake, Cubed I used my Almond Flour Vanilla Cake Recipe.
  • 2-3 Cups Fresh Strawberries, Rinsed & Sliced
  • 2 Cups Dairy-Free Whipped Cream Either store bought or homemade coconut whipped cream will work.

Instructions
 

  • Start by adding a small amount of the cubed vanilla cake to the bottom of each cup.
  • Next, add a generous amount of fresh strawberry slices on top of the cake.
  • Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
    You can also prepare these mini shortcake cups the morning of or night before. If you assemble them the night before, add the fresh whipped cream before serving.

Notes

** The nutrition facts are a very rough estimate due to the variance of serving sizes. They will also depend on what cake you use in this recipe.

Expert Tips

  • If you're making homemade coconut whipped cream, I suggest preparing it the night before, so it has time to set up in the refrigerator.
  • Let the cake cool to room temperature before cutting. I usually chill the cake in the refrigerator before assembling the cups as well.
  • Do not press the cake down too much, just slightly to create a nice layer.
  • Be mindful of what the side of the glass dish looks like so the layers come out clean and you can clearly see cake, strawberries, and whipped cream.
  • For best results, use ripe strawberries with this recipe.

How To Store Leftovers

Leftover strawberry shortcake cups should be stored in the refrigerator.
Cover with plastic wrap or a reusable wrap to keep them fresh for 3-4 days!
** See full post for step-by-step photos, servings suggestions, and more helpful tips!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 503kcalCarbohydrates: 112gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 838mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 1gSugar: 66gVitamin A: 143IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 0.2mg
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