Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cups
- kkottraba
- Apr 13
- 5 min read
How cute are these cake cups?! Layers of classic Betty Crocker vanilla cake, fresh strawberries and blueberries, homemade whipped cream, and lemon curd, topped with a Marshmallow Peep and some mini Chocolate Cadbury eggs. Easy, festive, and delicious!
Why You'll Love Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cups!
Light and Refreshing: The light airy layers of cake, with the combination of fresh cut fruit, whipped cream, and lots of lemon, makes these the perfect Spring or Easter dessert!
Delicious: What's more delicious than a fresh fruit, cake, lemon curd, and whipped topping? These are the perfect personal sized trifle cups!
Easy: The hardest part of this recipe is making the box cake. Once that cools these Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cups come together in minutes! Also, if your short on time and want to skip the box cake just buy some premade cake and crumble that in...I won't tell!
Festive: How cute are these? I mean seriously! Peeps are so fun and absolutely adorable. Also, the Cadbury Mini Eggs are always a hit and honestly my favorite Easter/Spring candy!
Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cup Recipe
Ingredients
36% fat whipping cream (16 oz)
1 tsp vanilla
3 Tbsp of powdered sugar
Fresh cut fruit (2 cups – blueberries and strawberries)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cups
Step 1: Bake the cake: Prepare the Betty Crocker vanilla cake mix according to the instructions on the box. For faster baking, pour the batter onto a parchment-lined sheet pan. Bake as directed, then let the cake cool completely. Once cooled, crumble the cake into small pieces and set aside.
Step 2: Make the whipped cream: Pour the entire 16 oz carton of cold whipping cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Whip until the cream begins to thicken and soft peaks form.
Step 3: Sweeten and flavor the whipped cream: Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla and 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar to the cream. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Step 4: Add lemon curd: Spoon in the full jar of Mackays lemon curd. Whip or fold gently until the lemon curd is fully incorporated and the whipped cream is smooth and fluffy. Set aside in the fridge.
Step 5: Prepare the fruit: Wash, dry, and chop 2 cups of fresh fruit (blueberries and strawberries work great). Set aside.
Step 6: Set up your glasses: Gather 8 clear 8 oz glasses or dessert cups for layering.
Step 7: Start layering – whipped cream: Add 2 tablespoons of lemon curd whipped cream to the bottom of each glass and spread it out evenly.
Step 8: Add crumbled cake: Sprinkle 2–3 tablespoons of crumbled vanilla cake on top of the whipped cream.
Step 9: Add fruit layer: Spoon 2 tablespoons of fresh fruit on top of the cake layer.
Step 10: Repeat the layers: Repeat the previous three steps one more time:
2 tablespoons whipped cream
2–3 tablespoons cake
2 tablespoons fruit
Step 11: Finish with whipped cream: Add one last 2-tablespoon layer of whipped cream on top and smooth it out.
Step 12: Decorate the top: Top each dessert with 1 Marshmallow Peep and 3 Mini Cadbury chocolate eggs!
Commonly Asked Questions About Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cups
Can you make them ahead of time? Yes! You can make these ahead of time but the whipped cream really is the best if only made one day in advance. So, make them the day before you are ready to eat them.
How long will they keep? There again, these are best when eaten fresh due to the fresh fruit and homemade whipped cream. They really only taste the best within 1-2 days after you make them.
What if I want to use different fruit? These are great with truly any fruit! Try something new, swap the strawberries and blueberries for pineapple, grapes, bananas, mango, or raspberries. The possibilities are endless!
What if I don't have time to make the cake, is there something else I can try? Yes! Try buying a small store bought cake frosting and all, crumble it up and use that instead, or try graham crackers, vanilla or lemon oreos, or vanilla wafers! Let me know how it turns out!
If I'm not a huge lemon fan can I skip the curd? Yes! You can simply just leave the curd out if you do not want it. On another note, you can make your own homemade curd instead of the Mackays.
What is a Trifle?
A trifle is a classic layered dessert that originated in England. It’s typically made in a large, clear glass bowl to showcase its beautiful layers. The traditional version includes:
Cake or sponge – often soaked in sherry or another liqueur
Custard – creamy and smooth, usually vanilla-flavored
Fruit – fresh berries or preserved fruit
Whipped cream – light and fluffy topping
Optional extras – jelly (gelatin), nuts, chocolate shavings, etc.
Each component is layered, often more than once, to create a visually appealing and indulgent dessert. It’s super versatile—you can mix and match flavors depending on the occasion or season. So basically, your Marshmallow Peeps Cake Cups are like a fun, mini, Easter-themed version of a trifle!
Extra Tips For Ensuring Your Peeps Cake Cups Turn Out Perfect!
Whip the homemade whipped cream in a clean, cold bowl. I like to put my mixing bowl in the freezer or refrigerator for 10 minutes before I whip the cream!
Cut your fruit right before you layer it. Fresh fruit works best for this recipe.
If you make Peeps cake cups a day ahead, don't add the Peeps or mini eggs until the right before you serve them. The peeps sprinkles tend to bleed into the whipped cream.
Make sure you let the cake completely cool before you crumble it and layer it in the cup. If the cake is warm it will melt the whipped cream!
Use clear water glasses to arrange your cake cups. Trifle looks best in clear cups, then you can see the beautiful layers!
Did You Make Peeps Cake Cups?
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