My Fave Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits

There's not much to say about this recipe-----My Fave Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits is one for the books. Based with my most loved flaky buttermilk honey biscuits and topped with an homemade strawberry sauce and finally garnished with dollops of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. This layered goodness creates a soft, crunchy, sweet, and scoop-able treat that everyone will love! Plus, it's incredibly simple and easy to make! Completely whipped together in 30 short minutes. Kids and adults alike will love this rich + flavorful homemade strawberry shortcake recipe! Vegan + Gluten-free Options.

I'm seriously excited to finally be remaking these My Fave Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits over after years! Originally, these were made with whole wheat biscuits and just sliced fresh strawberries----however, I wanted to recreate something that truly elevates this classic dish with bolder flavor and greater texture. The best part about this recipe is that you can absolutely substitute my flaky biscuits with these Honey Butter Cornbread Drop Biscuits for a divine twist! And like I did, garnish with dollops of Vanilla Ice Cream instead of the traditional whipped cream. There's so much variety possible!

Everyone loves strawberry shortcakes! It has the components of a perfect dessert:

• Flaky, buttery shortcake
• Sweet and saucy strawberry slices
• Whipped fresh cream

This all-American trio is a classic for a reason. But I wanted to add my own twist with some other classic American flavors: honey and ice cream.

Every bit of this strawberry shortcake biscuit recipe is next-level delicious! With it's sweet strawberry topping and dollops of vanilla ice cream which is perfectly sweet-----it's an absolute delight. Plus there is a gluten-free and vegan option. The end result? Incredibly light, airy, and tender biscuits, topped with a sticky-sweet sauce that guarantees sweetness in every bite and topped with your favorite cream (whipped cream or ice cream). Trust me, it's a winning combo you won't want to miss!

And if you're a lover of anything strawberry, then this Southern Strawberry Banana Pudding, Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes, Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream, or Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade is a must! Oh and let's not forget about the delicious flavor of strawberry shortcake which can be created in so many ways like this Birthday Strawberry Shortcake Cake, Strawberry Shortcake Donuts, and Delicious Strawberry Shortcake Baked Oats. Whatever you choose, everyone in your house is guaranteed to love it!

Why You'll Love This My Fave Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe

This is not your typical strawberry shortcake recipe. The biscuits are made with layers of flakiness from the unique technique and delicious buttermilk and honey flavors. And the dollops of rich vanilla ice cream is a great substitute for the whipped cream which highlights the layers of sweet flavors in every bite.

This recipe was inspired by my recipe for Flaky Honey Buttermilk Biscuits, which are soft in the middle, crisp on the outside, buttery and have a hint of sweetness. That's a great recipe if you're looking for a buttermilk and honey-infused biscuit that works for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The honey buttermilk biscuits for this strawberry shortcake are the perfect amount of richness and savoriness that work together well with the sweeter layers on top. They're the ideal base for fresh fruit and light-as-air homemade whipped cream or velvety ice cream. However, if you're looking for a vegan version, this Vegan Strawberry Shortcake is just the thing!

How to Make Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits

The first order of business for this delicious recipe is to make the shortcakes aka biscuits. Then you'll whip together the strawberry sauce while your biscuits are in the oven baking and once ready to serve----top everything with generous amount of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an epic finish.

Ingredients

Here's what you need to make these Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits from scratch:

• Biscuits. For this recipe, you can use my Flaky Honey Buttermilk Biscuits for the best base!
• Fresh strawberries. Sliced + stems removed
• Organic cane sugar. This sweetens the strawberry syrup!
• Lemon. Freshly-squeezed.
• Strawberry preserves/jam. I love Bonne Maman.
• Cool whip. You can also make your own whipped cream or use a great store-bought one.
• Ice cream. Optional. This is a great substitute for the whipped cream for a nice velvety twist!
• Honey. For drizzling if desired. Optional.

To put the biscuits together, I like to use a pastry scrapper or pastry cutter. If you don't have one, however, you can get the job done with two forks. The goal is to work the butter into the dry ingredient mixture until you have a crumble texture. The butter should be in pea-sized balls and coated in flour.

Tip: Make sure your butter is very cold before adding it to the biscuit dough. Otherwise, it will melt quickly and pool in the oven and your biscuits may come out greasy. 

Then, add the wet ingredient mixture and work the dough just until it comes together. It's very important not to overwork the dough, as it can prevent your biscuits from rising and becoming light and flaky.

SHOP MY FAVORITE BAKEWARE ITEMS AND ACCESSORIES!

Here, I’ve curated a list of bakeware essentials that I use to achieve my favorite baking treats, especially with these Strawberry Shortcakes. Everything from my fave baking sheets, parchment paper, mixing bowls, and more. SEE THEM HERE!

Absolutely Love Strawberries?

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So if you're ready to add a little sweetness to your life, head on over to my blog post Strawberry Season. Your taste buds (and your body) will thank you.

 How to Know If Your Baking Powder + Baking Soda Are Fresh

Baking is such a science, but more importantly, certain ingredients like your leaveners (aka baking powder + baking soda) are completely fresh so that your banana cake (and other baked goods) fully rises and bakes through nicely.

In case you weren't aware, it's easy to double-check both the baking powder and baking soda. Here's what you need:

BAKING SODA HACK:

-Add 1 teaspoon baking soda with ¼ cup vinegar or lemon juice in a bowl and if it's fresh, the mixture should "bubble/fizz". If no bubble/fizz is present, then your baking soda needs to be replaced.

BAKING POWDER: 

-Add 1 teaspoon baking powder with ¼ cup Hot tap water in a bowl and if it's fresh, the mixture should "bubble/fizz". If no bubble/fizz is present, then your baking powder needs to be replaced.

The Hidden Secret to Super Flaky Biscuits

As you can see, I’m no stranger to homemade crusts, pop tarts, or pastries of any sort. With practice, I've managed to learn a thing or two about creating the perfect dough and so, here’s my hidden secret to super flaky buttermilk biscuits:

GRATE + CUBE THE BUTTER!

Yes—I know. You might be wondering why I’ve stated this but it works. Since we’ll be using 2 sticks in this recipe, I simply grate 1 stick of butter and cube the other. Honestly, I think that the variation in the butter pieces helps some to melt faster and settle more in the dough, which creates a beautiful flakiness like no other.

To take it a step further, you can add the cubed butter to the dry ingredients and blend it into “peas-like” pieces–leaving out the grated butter for now. Then add the grated butter in, fold a few times and then roll it out. This creates butter in more than one layer which creates a heavenly texture too.

Common Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits Q+A's

Can I Make Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake?

Absolutely! If you'd like to make this recipe gluten-free, simply swap the flour with your favorite gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. I like Bob's Red Mill.

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My Fave Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits

May 14, 2025 •

By Shanika

5 from 9 votes

Calling all strawberry shortcake lovers! This Strawberry Shortcake with Buttermilk Biscuits recipe will have you in for a real treat. Flaky buttermilk biscuits topped with a sweet-tangy strawberry sauce and garnished with dollops of whipped cream or ice cream for the best dessert ever invented.

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 35 minutes mins

Serves: 4 servings

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Ingredients

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE:

• 4-8 Flaky Honey Buttermilk Biscuits (You can use store-bought biscuits or make your own homemade ones using my Flaky Honey Buttermilk Biscuits recipe!)
• 2 cups homemade strawberry sauce
• 1 cup whipped cream, homemade or store-bought
• Vanilla ice cream, optional (This can be substituted for the whipped cream for a nice twist; See my No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream recipe for a great homemade option.)
• Organic raw honey, for drizzle (Optional)
• Fresh strawberries, sliced (Optional)

HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY SAUCE:

• 3 cups fresh sliced strawberries, stems removed
• ¼ cup organic cane sugar
• ½ lemon, freshly-squeezed
• 3 Tbsps strawberry preserves/jam
• ¼ cup water

Instructions

TO MAKE HOMEMADE BUTTERMILK BISCUITS:

• To make your own delicious homemade biscuits, follow my Flaky Honey Buttermilk Biscuits recipe!

TO MAKE THE STRAWBERRY SAUCE:

• In a saucepan, add together all ingredients over medium-high heat, stirring until combined. Once strawberries begin to soften, continue stirring until mixture begins to thickened a bit, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

ASSEMBLE:

• To serve, place a biscuit (or two) onto the a plate followed by 2 Tbsps of strawberry sauce and dollops of whipped cream (or 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream if using). To garnish, feel free to add a few slices of fresh strawberries and/or a drizzle of honey, if desired. Repeat for all servings!
• Bon Appetit!

Tips & Tricks

• STORAGE: Best when strawberry shortcake is enjoyed the same day. Leftovers can be stored separately (sauce + biscuits) in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the refrigerator. To serve, warm the biscuits in the oven and heat the sauce over the stovetop or in the microwave. You may need to add a splash of water to the sauce when reheating to create a syrup like consistency.
• FREEZE: For longer storage–the biscuits can be stored in the freezer. After they have baked and are completely cooled, simply individually wrap the biscuits with foil paper or plastic wrap and add them to a zip loc bag and freeze.
• VEGAN OPTION: To make these strawberry shortcake biscuits vegan, simply ensure that the biscuits are using the vegan option and coconut whip or dairy-free ice cream instead of regular. 
• GLUTEN-FREE OPTION: To make this recipe GF-friendly, simply substitute the biscuit ingredients with gluten-free ones. See the biscuit recipe for that option in detail. 
• SWEETENER: If you choose to opt out of cane sugar, you can always substitute with maple syrup, date syrup, coconut sugar, or brown sugar.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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