The Easiest Strawberry Shortcake

Quick and simple strawberry shortcake made with a Twinkie, fresh strawberries, whipped topping and a touch of sugar.

Servings

Calories 6kcal

Author Sara

Slice the Twinkie in half length-wise.
Dice or slice your strawberries and mix with ¼ teaspoon sugar.
Put the strawberries onto one of the Twinkie halves and top with the other half of the Twinkie.
Top with whipped topping and serve immediately.

Choose Ripe Strawberries: Selecting ripe, juicy strawberries is crucial for enhancing the flavor of your strawberry shortcake. Look for berries that are brightly colored, firm, and fragrant. Ripe strawberries will add natural sweetness to your dessert and complement the subtle sweetness of the Twinkie.
Customize the Sweetness: Depending on your preference and the sweetness of your strawberries, you can adjust the amount of sugar used. Taste the strawberries before adding sugar, as they may already be sweet enough. Additionally, you can experiment with alternative sweeteners, such as honey or maple syrup, for a different flavor profile.
Experiment with Flavors: While this recipe uses Twinkies as the base, feel free to get creative and experiment with different types of cake or biscuit-like bases. For example, you could try using shortbread cookies, angel food cake, or even homemade biscuits for a unique twist on the classic strawberry shortcake. Similarly, you can explore different flavors of whipped toppings or even make your own whipped cream for added customization.