Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water.
Remove the green tops and hull the strawberries.
Slice the strawberries in half or quarters and place them in a bowl.
In a separate mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream.
Using a hand mixer, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
Taste the whipped cream and adjust the sweetness if necessary.
Arrange the sliced strawberries in serving bowls.
Spoon the whipped cream generously over the strawberries.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.