“Mom, you’re going to love this!” That’s what I blurted out one Saturday morning, half-expecting my voice to be met with polite skepticism. Honestly, I wasn’t sure if a heart-shaped strawberry shortcake stack could really live up to the fuss I was making about it. But there I was, in the quiet hum of the kitchen, with bright red strawberries sliced just so, and fluffy whipped cream ready to swoon over. I’d stumbled into this recipe by accident—trying to make something quick but special for my mom, who always jokes she doesn’t need a fancy dessert to feel loved. Yet, this little stack, shaped like a perfect heart, seemed to say exactly what words couldn’t.

It was one of those mornings when I had only a few ingredients on hand, and frankly, zero time to waste. I grabbed what was in my fridge and pantry and started layering. The buttery shortcakes, the sweet-tart strawberries, and the whipped cream came together in a way that surprised me. Each bite was like a little celebration—simple, sweet, and totally unpretentious. Mom’s smile told me this wasn’t just dessert; it was a memory in the making. And that’s why this Perfect Heart-Shaped Strawberry Shortcake Stack for Mom has stuck around in my kitchen—and my heart.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This strawberry shortcake stack isn’t just another dessert; it’s a little love letter you can make in your own kitchen, even if you don’t consider yourself a baker. I’ve tested this recipe multiple time

Perfect Heart-Shaped Strawberry Shortcake Stack

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A simple and sweet heart-shaped strawberry shortcake stack made with buttery shortcakes, fresh strawberries, and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for a quick, special dessert to show love.

• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• 2/3 cup whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for strawberries)
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until just combined.
5. Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead 3-4 times.
6. Roll out dough to about 1-inch thickness and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shortcakes.
7. Place shortcakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. While shortcakes bake, toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
9. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
10. To assemble, slice shortcakes in half horizontally, layer with strawberries and whipped cream, then top with the other half of the shortcake.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-shaped strawberry shortcake stack.

Notes

Use cold butter for flaky shortcakes. Let strawberries macerate to enhance sweetness. Serve immediately for best texture.

• Author: David
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 shortcake stack
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 20
• Sodium: 300
• Fat: 18
• Saturated Fat: 10
• Carbohydrates: 40
• Fiber: 2
• Protein: 5

Keywords: strawberry shortcake, heart-shaped dessert, quick dessert, whipped cream, fresh strawberries, shortcakes