Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Donuts Recipe

In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 1/4 cups cake flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

In a stand mixer, blend the 2 tablespoons shortening and 1/2 cup granulated sugar on low speed until the mixture looks sandy. Add the 2 large egg yolks and continue blending on low speed for about 1 minute, until just combined. Alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the 8 ounces cream, mixing on low and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until everything is just incorporated.

Bake the donuts for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly golden and set. While the donuts are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, gently warm the 1/4 cup milk over low heat, then whisk in the 2 cups confectioners sugar until the mixture is completely smooth.

Once the donuts are slightly cool, dip them into the glaze, or spoon the glaze over the tops. To serve, cut each donut in half horizontally. Slice the 1 pint strawberries and arrange them on the bottom half of the donut, then top with 12 tablespoons whipped cream before adding the top half of the donut.