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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake in a Jar

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A quick and refreshing no-bake dessert featuring layers of crumbly biscuit base, juicy strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream, perfect for hot summer days and served in charming jars.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) store-bought vanilla wafer cookies or shortbread biscuits
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tbsp (15g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Place the vanilla wafers or shortbread biscuits into a food processor and pulse until you get coarse crumbs. Alternatively, put them in a sealable plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin or heavy glass until a mix of fine and slightly chunky pieces forms.
  2. Transfer crumbs to a bowl and stir in the melted butter until evenly coated.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  4. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters briefly if possible. Pour cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into the bowl. Whisk on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Assemble the jars by layering 2-3 tablespoons of biscuit crumbs at the bottom, followed by a generous spoonful of macerated strawberries and some of their juices, then a dollop of whipped cream. Repeat layers until the jar is nearly full, finishing with whipped cream.
  6. Refrigerate the assembled jars for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and biscuits soften slightly without becoming soggy.

Notes

Use cold cream and chilled bowl for best whipping results. Crush biscuits to a mix of fine crumbs and small chunks for texture. Layer biscuits first, then strawberries, then cream to avoid sogginess. Refrigerate assembled jars at least 30 minutes before serving. For dairy-free, swap butter with coconut oil and heavy cream with coconut cream. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained.

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Keywords: no-bake, strawberry shortcake, summer dessert, easy dessert, jar dessert, quick dessert, no oven dessert

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