Mini Strawberry Shortcakes

These mini strawberry shortcakes will for sure impress your guests! Fresh ingredients combined to make the perfect easy party dessert finger food.

Fresh berries, homemade whipped cream, and a store-bought poundcake means you’ll have a simple yet elegant dessert finger food that your party guests will love. When you’re planning your party menu the best tip is to keep it simple while also capturing delicious flavors and elegant looks.

Ingredients Needed

• 1 pint of strawberries – sliced
• 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream – cold
• 2 Tbsp. powdered sugar
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 10 oz poundcake
• Fresh mint leaves – optional

How to make Mini Strawberry Shortcakes

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1. Remove the tops from the strawberries, then slice from top to bottom and add to a mixing bowl. Add the granulated sugar to the bowl and stir to combine. Let sit for 30 minutes. 
2. While the strawberries are macerating, make the homemade whipping cream by adding the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and pure vanilla extract to a large bowl. Mix on low with a hand mixer until combined, then increase the speed to medium-high and mix until thickened and stiff peaks form. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. 
3. Slice the poundcake into ½ inch thick slices. Then, using a small circle cookie or biscuit cutter (about 2” diameter), cut out circle sections from the pound cake slices. You should get about 12 circles. 
4. When ready to serve, place the poundcake circles onto a serving plate. Top each one with whipping cream, then top with 2-3 strawberry slices and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.

Recipe FAQs and Notes

Is whipping cream the same as heavy cream?

Heavy cream has slightly more fat compared with whipping cream. Heavy cream will hold its shape longer while whipping cream produces a lighter, softer texture.

How many mini desserts do you need per person?

When serving dessert finger foods, it’s best to have 2-3 dessert options, and enough for each guest to have 3-4 mini desserts per person.

Can I use whipped topping instead?

Yes, if you want to skip making homemade whipped cream, you can substitute in a store-bought whipped topping instead.

Recipe notes

• Use a whipped topping, such as Cool Whip, if preferred.

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Mini Strawberry Shortcakes