Easy Strawberry Shortcakes

A small round sponge cake topped with whipped cream, strawberry sauce, and a whole strawberry, served in a beige bowl with a fork.

Easy Strawberry Shortcakes

This four-ingredient strawberry shortcake recipe uses fresh berries, jam and whipped topping in a fluffy dessert shell. It requires no baking and very little prep! It's the perfect quick, low-effort dessert for parties.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Servings shortcakes

Calories 114kcal

Ingredients

1½ cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
6 tablespoons seedless strawberry jam plus more for serving
6 pieces pre-made dessert shells
1½ cups frozen whipped topping thawed (such as Cool Whip)

Instructions

In a small bowl, gently toss the sliced strawberries with the strawberry jam until evenly coated. Set aside for five minutes to let the juices release slightly.
1½ cups fresh strawberries, 6 tablespoons seedless strawberry jam
Place the dessert shells on a serving plate. Spoon a layer of the strawberry mixture into each shell. Top generously with Cool Whip.
6 pieces pre-made dessert shells, 1½ cups frozen whipped topping
Finish with an additional spoonful of strawberries or strawberry jam, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Notes: For best texture, assemble just before serving. If needed, store components separately in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours and assemble when ready to serve.

Nutrition

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