Classic Strawberry Shortcake Recipe with Video

This classic strawberry shortcake recipe is delicious! It features simple ingredients and is easy to make. Best with fresh-picked strawberries, it can be adapted for a handful of strawberries from your backyard, or can easily feed a crowd!

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups sliced fresh strawberries
  • 1/2 cup sugar

Shortcake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 5 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1-1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Topping:

  • 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

View the full recipe from Taste of Home.

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