This dessert is extra, dramatic, and layered—just like your last group chat meltdown. But at least this one’s sweet and vegan. We’re talking mocha-infused cake cubes stacked with juicy strawberries and whipped cream like they own the place. It’s not just a trifle—it’s a layered love letter to chocolate, espresso, and fruit. One scoop and boom—your tastebuds will feel personally attacked (in a good way). Whether you’re serving guests or just “taste testing” with a spoon at midnight, this treat makes every bite feel like a soft, caffeinated hug in a dish.
Mocha Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
This vegan trifle layers mocha cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream into one show-off-worthy dessert. Decadent, dramatic, dairy-free, and totally addictive.
Ingredients
For Mocha Cake Layer:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- ½ cup organic cane sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup neutral oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Strawberry Layer:
- 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For Whipped Cream Layer:
- 1 cup chilled coconut cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease the baking dish with the kind of love you save for Friday night skincare.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa, espresso, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir like you mean it.
- Step 3: Combine almond milk and vinegar. Let it sit five minutes and turn into your makeshift vegan buttermilk.
- Step 4: Add oil and vanilla to the milk mix. Stir the wet into the dry. Mix until smooth, not psycho.
- Step 5: Pour batter into your dish. Bake for 25 minutes. Cool completely before you touch it—patience, queen.
- Step 6: Mix strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Let them marinate while you resist eating the whole cake.
- Step 7: Whip the coconut cream with sugar and vanilla until it fluffs up like your favorite 90s hair mousse.
- Step 8: Cut the cake into cubes. Layer cake, strawberries, and cream in the trifle dish like you’re building edible art.
- Step 9: Repeat until full. Chill for 30 minutes, or dive in immediately if self-control is not your brand.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 6%
- Vitamin C: 8%
- Folate: 5%
- Magnesium: 7%
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Toss a pinch of cinnamon into the cake batter for subtle spice energy.
- Add dark chocolate shavings between layers if you’re feeling flirty.
- Use a clear glass bowl to show off those fabulous dessert layers.
- Chill overnight for maximum “wow” at your next gathering (or solo binge).
- Replace strawberries with raspberries if you’re in a tart mood.
