This Italian-Style Strawberry Shortcake takes a classic summer treat and bumps it up to a whole new level of tasty. We’ve swapped out traditional shortcake biscuits for soft, airy cubes of angel food cake, and then added a rich mascarpone cream that adds the most incredibly rich flavor to the whipped cream. The result is a no-fuss dessert that feels fancy without the effort, how very European!

Start out by mixing the sliced strawberries with some sugar to allow all those sweet juices to surface. Set that bowl aside while the sugar does its thing, then it’s time to start on that lucious cream. Beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until thick, then mix in the full container of marcasapone. We’re really going for it here! That mascarpone brings a subtle tang and richness, balancing the sweetness of the berries like a dream.

Now it’s time to assemble! First, layer in the cubes of fluffy angel food cake. Then, we layer on those juicy strawberries, and top it off all with that mascarpone whipped cream. Finish with the rest of the berries on top, and you’ve got a dessert that looks as good as it tastes. Whether you’re serving it for a brunch, a backyard cookout or an elegant summer dinner party, this Italian twist on a beloved dessert is sure to earn rave reviews!