Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes (Print version)

Fluffy buttermilk pancakes layered with juicy strawberries and homemade whipped cream for a sweet brunch stack.

# Ingredients:

For the strawberries

01 - 1 lb (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

For the whipped cream

04 - 1 cup (240 ml) cold heavy whipping cream
05 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the pancakes

07 - 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
08 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
09 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
12 - 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) buttermilk
13 - 2 large eggs
14 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for the griddle
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Instructions:

01 - Toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice. Let them stand for 10-15 minutes, stirring once, until glossy and juicy.
02 - Beat the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft to medium peaks form. Refrigerate while you cook the pancakes.
03 - Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. In a second bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
04 - Warm a griddle or large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly butter the surface. The pan is ready when a drop of water sizzles and evaporates.
05 - Scoop about 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles form and the edges look set. Flip and cook 1-2 minutes more, until golden and cooked through.
06 - Stack warm pancakes with spoonfuls of strawberries and whipped cream. Finish with extra berry juices and serve right away.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served immediately after stacking.
02 - Keep pancakes, strawberries, and cream separate if making components ahead.
03 - Makes about 12 small pancakes.