The dessert I wanted to prepare for our Memorial weekend menu needed to be easy, quick and refreshing. I was in the mood to make shortcakes and due to time constraints, this is what I created instead if the traditional shortcakes version. I contemplated even posting this, considering how easy it was to make… but figured I’d share in case someone needs a dessert that is a snap to prepare.
original Joelen recipe
1/4 cup fresh mango chunks
1/4 cup fresh pineapple, diced
1/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Dessert or sponge cake shells
Fresh mint leaves for garnish
In a bowl, combine the fruit and sprinkle the sugar over them; Toss to combine and set aside.
In another bowl, pour in your cream and add the powdered sugar. Using a hand held mixer, whip the cream until thick and set aside.
Plate your dessert shells in a serving platter. Carefully place the fruit mixture over the sponge cake.
Top the fruit with the homemade whipped cream and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
i love the fast recipes. we are so busy. now i need a appetizer, entree and sides. voila…dinner party.
Nothing wrong with a short cut (or is that short cake) dessert. These look fabulous and perfect for a Memorial Day celebration. Looks delicious to me!
Love that this is “semi-homemade” – super easy and super fast! Keep thse coming!
What a fun spin on strawberry shortcuts! The fact that its easy makes it even better.
So pretty! I can eat these in two bites (because I’m a lady; otherwise, I might just scarf them down in one!)