Description
Indulge in these delightful Mini Low Carb Strawberry Shortcake Trifles. Perfectly portioned for individual servings, these trifles combine layers of fluffy almond flour shortcake, fresh strawberries, and a light whipped cream, making them a guilt-free dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- Almond Flour Shortcake:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/3 cup erythritol or preferred low-carb sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped Cream Layer:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Strawberry Layer:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon powdered erythritol
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, and salt.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine sliced strawberries, powdered erythritol, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat.
- Once the shortcake has cooled, cut it into small cubes.
- To assemble the trifles, layer the cubes of shortcake, whipped cream, and strawberries in small glasses or trifle bowls. Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a layer of whipped cream and a few strawberry slices on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
For a more intense strawberry flavor, let the strawberries macerate in the fridge for an hour before assembling the trifles. You can also substitute the strawberries with raspberries or a mix of berries for variation.