A strawberry shortcake, that is what first came to mind when I opened my eyes, and how could I deny myself such sweetness in life. I started baking as a child, and some of my fondest memories are tied to the smells and textures of the kitchen. One tradition I will always remember is baking Christmas cookies with my aunt and cousin for their town baking event, the scent of cinnamon and sugar filling the house as we worked. Being the child of two bakers, my dad mostly but my mom also loving to bake, baking became a natural part of growing up.

Now, as an adult, baking has become a form of therapy. The feel of cake batter between my fingers, the gentle hum of the oven, and the first taste of a warm, freshly baked treat offer a comforting escape. When life feels chaotic or heavy, these moments in the kitchen are my way of finding calm and indulging in little slices of sweetness.

Enter the simplest, sweetest strawberry short cake of ALL.

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