Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes

Ingredients: Serves 3-4

For the Pancakes:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Strawberries:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1–2 tbsp sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Strawberries – Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and vanilla. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to release their juices.

2️⃣ Make the Pancakes – In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until just combined. Cook on a greased pan over medium heat until golden on both sides.

3️⃣ Whip the Cream – Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.

4️⃣ Assemble & Serve – Stack pancakes, layering with macerated strawberries and whipped cream. Enjoy immediately!

Why You’ll Love These Pancakes

Light, fluffy pancakes meet the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake in this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe. Each bite is layered with sweet, vanilla-kissed strawberries, airy whipped cream, and warm, golden pancakes that melt in your mouth. Whether you’re making a special weekend breakfast or a fun dessert-for-breakfast treat, these Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes bring a touch of indulgence to your table—no fancy techniques required. Simple, satisfying, and absolutely irresistible!